The cutter stands out by being in the zone the least among fastballs analyzed, yet being swung on the most and chased out of the zone by hitters the most. When properly executed, it moves in on a batter’s hands or away from the barrel. In comparison to the four-seamer and sinker, the cutter demonstrates unique characteristics and effectiveness in inducing swings and misses.
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