Pitchers don’t like to talk about scoreless innings streaks — they’re kind of like no-hitters that way.
So when a pitcher who was competing for a spot in the rotation in Spring Training finds himself more than halfway to the team record, it’s understandable if he doesn’t have a lot to say.
But Erick Fedde told reporters after allowing just two hits in seven shutout innings against the New York Mets that he’s gaining confidence with every pitch in a season when he’s made the most of an opportunity to pitch regularly.
“Confidence is key going into every start, so probably starting with that, but it’s a lot easier to be confident and move well and have fun when things are going your way,” Fedde told reporters.