SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Madison Bumgarner overpowered the Cincinnati Reds in his final tuneup on Monday. He pitched seven innings. He struck out the final three batters he faced.
His next pitch will come in Sunday’s season opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.
He looks ready. And in case you were concerned that he harbored any self-doubts, he said he feels ready, too.
“As ready as I can be to start the season,” Bumgarner said. “Granted, they call it midseason form for a reason, and we’re not there yet. But I’m definitely happy with how I’ve pitched and how I’m leaving this spring.