MLB Network details Payton Tolle's crossfire delivery and elite extension

The starter holds a 3.02 ERA across 25 outings this year.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 231 min read

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"The extension is ELITE and it's a little bit of a crossfire. As a left-handed hitter, the ball is coming out from almos

What happened: Jake Peavy and Eric Hosmer detailed the pitching mechanics of Payton Tolle on MLB Network. The analysts highlighted his elite extension and crossfire delivery, noting his release point makes pitches appear to come from behind left-handed hitters.

Why it matters: Tolle has drawn increasing national attention, after Jake Peavy compared him to Jon Lester earlier this season. He has emerged as a potential Game 1 postseason starter following his nine-pitch immaculate inning on September 13.

By the numbers: Tolle holds a 9-6 record with a 3.02 ERA and 1.07 WHIP. He has recorded 166 strikeouts over 143 innings pitched during the 2026 campaign.

What to watch: He will make his final regular-season starts before the playoffs begin.

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@MLBNetwork Sep 23, 9:46 AM ET

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MLB Network details Payton Tolle's crossfire delivery and elite extension

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