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Andre Pallante shows progress with new pitching adjustments

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 1:00 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Andre Pallante shows progress with new pitching adjustments

Summary

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Andre Pallante is experiencing a turnaround in his performance as the 2026 season approaches its midpoint. Following a challenging 2025 season, Pallante has reduced his ERA to 3.76 and surpassed his previous season's WAR total. He has adjusted his pitch mix, using his four-seam fastball less frequently in favor of an improved sinker, which has been his highest-graded pitch this season. Pallante has also introduced a splitter, though used sparingly. His ability to adapt his pitching strategy could be key for the Cardinals moving forward into the season.

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By the Numbers

•Pallante's ERA is down to 3.76 this season.
•He has increased sinker velocity and spin efficiency.
•Four-seam fastball usage has decreased to 30%.
•His new splitter adds depth to his pitching repertoire.
•Pallante is recognized as the Cardinals' second-best starter.

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1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Andre Pallante’s New Look Is Working

What they're saying

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I really don’t know what to think about Andre Pallante. After a bad 2025 season, I was pretty ambivalent about him. Sure he showed some promise in 2024, but even when he is pitching well, he doesn’t get a ton of strikeouts or do anything overly flashy. Yet here we are approaching the midpoint of […]
— Yahoo Sports

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