Cleveland Guardians' Shane Bieber Receives Concerning Take

Shane Bieber Receives Concerning Take

Cleveland Guardians' star pitcher Shane Bieber received concerning take during Saturday's game against the Detroit Tigers. Bieber allowed six runs on eight hits in just 4.1 innings of work, his shortest outing of the season. He also walked three batters and struck out just four.

Bieber's velocity was down slightly, and he struggled to command his fastball. He also had trouble throwing his breaking pitches for strikes. Bieber's struggles are a concern, given that he is one of the Guardians' most important pitchers. He is 8-4 with a 3.11 ERA this season, but he has allowed 12 runs in his last two starts.

What's Next for Bieber and the Guardians?

Bieber is scheduled to start again on Thursday against the Chicago Cubs. It will be important for him to bounce back and have a strong outing. The Guardians are currently in third place in the AL Central, and they need Bieber to be at his best if they want to make a run at the playoffs.

The Guardians will also need to address Bieber's velocity and command issues. If he can't get his fastball up to 95 mph and consistently throw his breaking pitches for strikes, he will be a liability for the team.

Bieber's Injury History

Bieber has a history of injuries. He missed most of the 2021 season with a shoulder injury. He also missed time in 2020 with a forearm injury. The Guardians will need to be careful with Bieber's workload and make sure that he is healthy for the long term.