MLB Report Links Pitching Injuries to Velocity and Max-Effort Trends

A yearlong MLB study highlights modern pitching practices and amateur influences as key contributors to rising arm injuries across all levels of baseball.

The MLB study identifies increased velocity, spin-focused pitch design, and max-effort pitching as primary factors driving the rise in pitcher injuries.
Spring Training and early-season injuries have surged, prompting concerns over offseason training regimens and inadequate preparation for season workloads.
Amateur baseball mirrors professional trends, with young pitchers prioritizing velocity and year-round play, leading to higher injury risks even before entering MLB systems.
Experts suggest potential rule changes to incentivize durability over max-effort performance, including roster adjustments and limiting pitcher transactions.
The report emphasizes the need for further research into biomechanics, training practices, and youth baseball reforms to address the injury epidemic.