Alek Jacob, a 27-year-old right-handed pitcher, has an impressive seven-foot-four-inch extension, placing him in the ninety-seventh percentile in MLB. Despite his modest fastball speed, his extension makes it appear faster to hitters. However, Jacobs performance has been declining, with a high ERA in May 2025 and a significant increase in walks. He spent the rest of the season bouncing between the majors and Triple-A, and his future in the bullpen depends on improving his strike-throwing.
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