"Nationals starters have struggled significantly, with only Cade Cavalli managing to pitch beyond the 5th inning. The bullpen has also faced challenges, leading to discussions about alternative pitching strategies."
"Simulation studies indicated that implementing tandem or stacked starters could actually reduce the workload on the bullpen, contrary to initial concerns about overworking pitchers."
"The idea of pairing pitchers, such as Miles Mikolas with Andrew Alvarez, aims to optimize performance by utilizing a right/lefty combination to extend innings pitched."
As of early April, only one Nationals starter has recorded an out after the 5th inning. Cade Cavalli pitched 6 innings against the Phillies before being replaced. The bullpen has struggled significantly. The Nationals may need to consider tandem or stacked starter strategies to improve performance. Simulation studies suggest these strategies would not overwork the bullpen. The team has signed two free agent starters, and there are discussions about pairing pitchers effectively to maximize innings pitched without overexerting them.
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