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How Alex Kranzler Became the Most Reliable Pitcher in Vanderbilt Baseball’s Bullpen
- Kranzler pitched 3.2 innings of relief, retiring 10 straight batters after a fifth-inning jam to help Vanderbilt mount a comeback against Kentucky.
- Coach Tim Corbin credited Kranzler's May surge and increased velocity, from 92 to 96 mph, as part of his late-season rise.
- Kranzler's mental approach—staying present and not dwelling on the past—was identified as a key difference by pitching coach Scott Brown and Corbin.
- Corbin described Kranzler as slowing his rhythm and letting the ball do the work, signaling a smoother and more efficient delivery.
- Kranzler has emerged as Vanderbilt’s most reliable reliever as the bullpen and rotation faced injuries earlier in the season.
- The May performance surge aligns with Vanderbilt’s need for stability in a volatile pitching staff late in the season.
- Vanderbilt's upcoming must-win game against Florida could determine advancement in the SEC Tournament following Kranzler’s performance.
- Kranzler credited improved mechanics and mental focus as part of his breakthrough for the bullpen.
- Corbin highlighted May as Kranzler’s peak month in his career, reinforcing the timing of the improvement.
- Kranzler’s velocity gain and mental approach have combined to stabilize the Vanderbilt bullpen late in the season.
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