Episode
Luis Lara's Power Surge Mystery
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- Jun 28, 2026
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- 130
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Summary
Luis Lara’s explosive start with seven homers by May 6th turned heads, but his power vanished after that—zero homers in seven weeks. Statcast reveals he still has elite raw power (109 mph exit velocity), but his hard-hit rate and average exit velocity have dipped below MLB norms. His plate discipline shifted—he’s swinging more at pitches outside the zone, which hasn’t boosted his average or strikeouts, but likely hurt his ability to drive balls effectively. His swing mechanics haven’t changed, so the issue is decision-making. The Brewers’ system can help him refine his approach; even without a power resurgence, his contact and defense make him a solid MLB prospect. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/286ce4ee2ffaa982