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Ben Brown’s Two-Seam Breakthrough
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- Jun 2, 2026
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- 103
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Summary
Ben Brown’s transformation from last year’s struggling swingman to this season’s Cubs’ ace is all thanks to a new two-seam fastball he developed with Clay Holmes. After years of relying on his four-seamer and knuckle curve—with little success—he’s now dominating with ground balls, higher velocity, and improved performance against lefties. The pitch’s unique grip and movement have given hitters a new look, making it harder to time and swing. Brown’s patience and collaboration paid off, turning him into the Cubs’ most valuable pitcher—and finally, the best version of himself. 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/feb8901b794a8d4d