As a pitcher, give up a hit on the first at-bat of an inning and then strike out the next batter.
You’ve got it! The "Chin Up Champ" trophy/achievement in MLB The Show 24 tests your pitching resilience. Here’s how to conquer it:
Requirements:
As a pitcher, you need to:
Allow a hit on the very first at-bat of any inning (excluding simulated games).
Strike out the batter immediately following the hit.
The Challenge:
This trophy requires you to bounce back after giving up a hit and compose yourself to record a strikeout.
Strategies:
Pitch Selection (First Batter): For the first batter, you can choose a pitch that you’re confident in throwing for a strike. However, there’s always a chance the batter might connect with it.
Focus on the Strikeout (Second Batter): After giving up the hit, take a deep breath and refocus on pitching effectively. Challenge the next batter with a good mix of pitches, aiming for a strikeout.
Tips for Success:
Don’t Get Discouraged: Giving up a hit is part of the game. Don’t let it affect your pitching for the next batter.
Practice Pitching: Sharpen your pitching mechanics in batting practice or exhibition games. Work on locating your pitches accurately and mastering different deliveries.
Modes to Achieve This:
Exhibition: This is a great option to practice against the CPU on a lower difficulty level. You can experiment with different pitching approaches and bounce back from giving up an initial hit.
Franchise/March to October: Play through games and focus on staying calm and composed after giving up a hit. Challenge the next batter with good pitching for a chance at the strikeout and the trophy.
Additional Notes:
While possible online, it might be easier to get this trophy offline against the CPU.
This trophy emphasizes the mental aspect of pitching and the ability to overcome setbacks.
So, stay focused, don’t let a single hit faze you, and strike out the next batter to claim the "Chin Up Champ" trophy/achievement!