We are actively recruiting Primary Starting Pitchers who want to take the ball every week, pitch deep into games, and become the durable, innings-capable arms MLB organizations need. What the USPBL plans for a primary starting pitcher: “Build the ability to pitch deep into games.”That used to be self-evident for a starting pitcher, but no longer. In 2025, three major league pitchers threw 200 innings. Major league teams crave velocity, and young pitchers train to boost it. Here’s hoping the USPBL can discover some training methods that major league teams can use.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 19, 2026 11:26 UTC