The slider in Adams’s repertoire was used about 37.6% of the time in 2019 and showed above average depth and gloveside sweep. At 86.8 mph, it proved an effective pitch for Adams, generating chases (40.4%) but also able to work in the zone (51.3%), generating 14.5% SwStr overall. With only 2 hits allowed (1 HR), it ended up holding opposing hitters to a .483 OPS and a .192 wOBA.
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Blurb written by Jon Straub