Jacob Latz joined the show to break down his evolving role with the Texas Rangers after competing for a rotation spot in spring training and now becoming a trusted late-inning bullpen arm. Latz discussed closing games, handling high-leverage situations, and how the Rangers are using a bullpen-by-committee approach instead of a traditional closer. He explained how matchups, hitter tendencies, and game situations determine who gets the call, with names like Jacob Junis, Cole Winn, and Tyler Alexander all factoring into late-game leverage spots. Latz also shared how mechanical adjustments and a bullpen mindset helped his velocity climb back to 97 mph this season.
Jacob Latz joined the show to break down his evolving role with the Texas Rangers after competing for a rotation spot in spring training and now becoming a trusted late-inning bullpen arm. Latz discussed closing games, handling high-leverage situations, and how the Rangers are using a bullpen-by-committee approach instead of a traditional closer.
He explained how matchups, hitter tendencies, and game situations determine who gets the call, with names like Jacob Junis, Cole Winn, and Tyler Alexander all factoring into late-game leverage spots. Latz also shared how mechanical adjustments and a bullpen mindset helped his velocity climb back to 97 mph this season.