Part 2/8:
Golf Passion and Competition
Beyond baseball, CeCe shared insights about his passion for golf, reflecting on his recent lessons at Augusta and preparing for upcoming tournaments. This included a detailed recounting of adjusting to the competitive atmosphere at golf events, drawing parallels with his experiences in baseball.
The Evolution of Pitching in MLB
A significant portion of the conversation centered around how pitching strategies have changed, particularly due to analytics. Sabathia noted the shift in focus from traditional complete-game starters to a reliance on a bullpen. He emphasized that many pitchers now aim to pitch for fewer innings globally, limiting the opportunities for pitchers to garner a reputation as "Iron Men."