Nathan Eovaldi, pitcher for the Texas Rangers, recently discussed his new two-seam fastball on The Sweet Spot. He explained that the addition of the pitch stemmed from offseason conversations with teams suggesting it could elevate his game. Eovaldi believes pitches similar to the fastball are easier for him to adapt to. He noted that while he wants to use the two-seamer effectively to target right-handed hitters, he still values his splitter as his key pitch when ahead in the count.

Reflecting on his postseason performance, Eovaldi acknowledged struggles during the playoffs against the Arizona Diamondbacks but highlighted improvements made for Game 5. He credited his defense and the ability to adjust his strategy, including the willingness to walk batters to manage the game better. In discussions about his rapport with new catcher Kyle Higashioka, Eovaldi praised the catching staff's support, which he feels is vital for the team's success.