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Spring Training: Ray's Slider and Tidwell's Big Test
10 Mar
Summary
- Robbie Ray focused on slider shape, not velocity, in his start.
- Blade Tidwell faced a stacked Team USA lineup in a memorable outing.
- Rafael Devers returned to the lineup after a hamstring issue.
Pitcher Robbie Ray utilized his Spring Training start to refine his slider, prioritizing pitch shape over velocity. He threw 12 sliders during his four no-hit frames, with seven whiffs attributed to his breakers, though he also issued four walks and hit a batter. Ray also practiced his pickoff move, successfully nabbing a runner.
Meanwhile, top Giants prospect Blade Tidwell experienced a challenging but valuable outing against a star-studded Team USA lineup. Tidwell, ranked as the Giants' No. 10 prospect, gave up five runs on six hits and two walks over 2 2/3 innings. This experience provided him with a firsthand look at elite competition as he battles for a roster spot.
Additionally, Rafael Devers rejoined the lineup after a week-long absence due to left hamstring tightness. He went hitless in three at-bats as the designated hitter.
