Strike a batter out by throwing at least 4 different pitches during the same at-bat. (Excludes sims)
The "Kitchen Sink" trophy/achievement in MLB The Show 24 challenges your pitching repertoire and keeping the batter guessing! Here’s how to conquer it:
Requirements:
Strategy:
The key to this trophy is variety and unpredictability in your pitching. Here are some tips:
Pitch Selection: Have a good mix of pitches readily available, including fastballs, breaking balls (curveballs, sliders), and off-speed pitches (changeups).
Sequencing: Throw your pitches in a sequence that keeps the batter off balance. Don’t be afraid to mix up speeds, locations, and breaking ball types. For example, start with a fastball, then throw a curveball, then a changeup, and finish with a slider (or vice versa).
Reading the Batter: Pay attention to the batter’s swing tendencies and adjust your pitch selection accordingly. If they’re sitting on a fastball, surprise them with a breaking ball.
Keeping it Close: While aiming for strikeouts, prioritize throwing strikes to avoid walks that would disrupt your pitch sequence.
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 pitchers and pitching sequences.
Franchise/March to October: Play through games and look for situations where you have a good pitcher on the mound facing a hitter who struggles against a variety of pitches.
Tips for Success:
Know Your Pitcher: Be familiar with your pitcher’s strengths and weaknesses. Focus on using their best pitches and ones that complement each other.
Practice Pitching: Sharpen your pitching mechanics in batting practice or exhibition games. Work on locating your pitches accurately and mastering different deliveries.
Start Early in the Count: Don’t wait until a full count to start mixing up your pitches. Surprise the batter early in the at-bat to disrupt their timing.
Additional Notes:
So, unleash your inner pitching maestro, mix up your pitches, and aim for that strikeout to secure the prestigious "Kitchen Sink" trophy/achievement!