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Canning's figures are contextualized through the light of his previous injuries and a substantial workload of 170 innings pitched last year. There's cautious optimism about his potential for improvement under the Mets' coaching staff, and they praise the signing as a solid low-risk investment at $4.5 million.
Analysis of Canning's Potential
The podcast discusses Canning's pitch selection, highlighting his heavy reliance on a subpar fastball that was hit hard last season. They emphasize the need for Canning to reduce the usage of this pitch and possibly incorporate a sinker to go along with his effective slider and changeup.