Cade Cavalli continues breakout season for Washington Nationals pitching staff

Washington Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli has emerged as a consistent performer during his first full major league campaign. Since the All-Star break, the right-hander has posted a 7-1 record with a 1.95 ERA across 10 starts. Cavalli has integrated a new sweeper pitch into his arsenal this season, complementing his high-velocity fastball and curveball to improve his overall command. He currently holds a 12-5 record for the season with 185 strikeouts in 158.2 innings pitched. Despite early-season injury concerns, Cavalli has maintained a heavy workload, reaching at least six innings in 12 of his last 14 appearances. The team looks to his remaining starts as he approaches milestones of 200 strikeouts and 175 innings pitched for the year.

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