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Phillies’ Vince Velasquez learned to throw a new pitch over FaceTime. Will it help him stay in the starting rotation? | Scott Lauber

By incorporating a cut fastball in his repertoire, the 28-year-old right-hander believes he can have more success against left-handed hitters and be more consistent overall.

Vince Velasquez claimed a spot in the Phillies' season-opening starting rotation after adding a cutter to his repertoire while quarantining from COVID-19.
Vince Velasquez claimed a spot in the Phillies' season-opening starting rotation after adding a cutter to his repertoire while quarantining from COVID-19.Read moreJOSE F. MORENO / Staff Photographer