Mitch Keller of the Pittsburgh Pirates has been dominant.

Mitch Keller has emerged as a standout performer for the Pittsburgh Pirates following a challenging April. Initially, he struggled, allowing at least two runs in each of his first seven starts. However, his performance took a significant turn for the better as May began.

A key factor in Keller’s resurgence has been his ability to limit home runs. So far this season, opponents have hit only six home runs against him, with none occurring in his last five outings. While he has shown improvement in this aspect, there are still areas where Keller can elevate his game further. His hard-hit percentage and average exit velocity remain above his career averages and those of his peers in the MLB. This suggests that there is room for refinement in his production to reach another level of effectiveness.

There’s a keen interest in whether Mitch Keller’s current level of performance is sustainable. Last season, he had a strong start, even earning an All-Star nod. However, his performance gradually declined as the season progressed.

From July onwards, Keller’s ERA was consistently at least 4.20 in every month, contrasting with his ERA of 3.56 or lower in the first three months of the season. If the Pittsburgh Pirates aim to make an impact this season, they’ll rely heavily on Keller, their longest-tenured starting pitcher, to demonstrate greater consistency on the mound throughout the summer.