Bailey Falter's perfect first turn through the Reds' order turned into a rough inning as five runs were piled against him, leading to an 11-5 loss for the Pirates.

By the Numbers
  • June record: Falter has lost all four starts this month.
  • Runs in June: Allowed 15 runs in June, almost matching his total from April and May combined (17 runs).
  • Previous performance: Coming off a seven-inning, two-run performance against the Reds.
  • Fatigue factor: Falter mentioned exhaustion as a reason for his struggles in the game.
  • Exit velocities: All hits against Falter in the fourth inning had exit velocities above 95 mph.
Yes, But

While Falter cited fatigue for his struggles, it remains to be seen if this trend continues in future games despite challenging pitching conditions.

State of Play
  • Pirates' bullpen struggles: Middle relief couldn't keep the game competitive after Falter's exit.
  • Injury concerns: Dennis Santana left early with a right arm contusion, adding to the team's bullpen challenges.
  • Playoff mix: Falter's performance is crucial for the Pirates to stay in the playoff contention.
What's Next

Falter's workload and performance will be closely monitored, especially considering his high innings pace and recent struggles.

Bottom Line

Bailey Falter's fatigue-induced struggles highlight the importance of monitoring young pitchers' workloads to maintain performance consistency and playoff aspirations.