Alright, folks, gather ’round! Today, I’m gonna spill the beans on something I’ve been messing with in MLB The Show 24 – those sneaky submarine pitchers. You know, the guys who throw like they’re trying to skip rocks across a pond? Yeah, those dudes. It took me a while to get the hang of it, but trust me, it’s worth the effort.
Figuring Out Who’s Who
First things first, I had to figure out which pitchers in the game actually throw submarine. It’s not like they wear a big sign, right? So, I did some digging. I started by watching some old games with submarine pitchers just to see who to search for. It was kind of a pain, but hey, you gotta start somewhere. Finally, I compiled a list of some of these pitchers, and here are my top 5:
- Tyler Rogers – This guy’s delivery is insane.
- Adam Cimber – Another solid choice, throws some real stinkers.
- Steve Cishek – A classic submarine guy.
- Darren O’Day – Been around the block, knows his stuff.
- Gregory Soto – Now this guy is a monster!
Practice Makes Perfect (Almost)
Once I had my list, it was time to hit the practice field. Let me tell you, it wasn’t pretty at first. I was throwing balls everywhere except where I wanted them to go. My virtual teammates were probably giving me the side-eye, but I kept at it. It wasn’t easy, but I just thought about how satisfying it will be when I finally get it right.
I spent hours just trying to get the release point right. It’s way different than throwing overhand. You gotta get low, almost scraping the ground. And the timing? Forget about it! It’s like learning to throw all over again. It took a lot of patience, which, if I’m honest, I don’t always have. But I knew that if I wanted to be any good, I had to put in the work.
Taking it to the Game
After what felt like a lifetime of practice, I finally decided to take my newfound “skills” into a real game. I picked Tyler Rogers as my starter and hoped for the best. The first few innings were rough. I walked a couple of guys, gave up a few hits, but I didn’t let it get to me. I kept reminding myself that I had spent a lot of time practicing, and I had to trust the process.
Then, something clicked. I started to find my rhythm. I was painting the corners, getting batters to chase pitches out of the zone. It was like a switch flipped, and suddenly, I was dominating. I was getting ground balls, striking guys out, the whole nine yards. My opponent was probably wondering what the heck was going on. I bet they never faced a submarine pitcher who actually knew what he was doing!
The Sweet Taste of Victory
In the end, we won the game. It wasn’t a blowout, but a win is a win, right? And you know what? It felt amazing. All those hours of practice, all the frustration, it all paid off. I proved to myself that I could actually pitch submarine style in this game, and it was such a rewarding feeling. I even got a few messages from my opponent after the game, asking how I was throwing like that. It was pretty cool to be on the other side of that for once.
So, there you have it. My journey to becoming a semi-decent submarine pitcher in MLB The Show 24. It wasn’t easy, but it was definitely worth it. If you’re thinking about trying it out, go for it! Just be prepared to put in the time and effort. And hey, if I can do it, you probably can too.
