Mlodzinski’s Starter Struggles | MLB News

Carmen Mlodzinski’s starting pitching struggles for the Pirates are hitting a breaking point—his latest start saw him surrender eight hits and four runs in just three innings, continuing a troubling trend that’s forced the bullpen into overdrive. Placed back in the rotation after Mitch Keller’s injury, Mlodzinski has lost all three starts, posting alarming stats including a high ERA and WHIP, plus an alarming number of hard-hit balls. Manager Don Kelly bluntly noted his biggest issue: failing to limit hard contact. While Mlodzinski thrived as a reliever—his ERA drops significantly in that role—he’s clearly not built for the grind of starting. With his future in the rotation looking bleak, the Pirates may be wise to return him to the bullpen, where he can still contribute meaningfully without the added pressure of facing hitters multiple times per game.

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