Brewers' Kyle Harrison not worried about velocity trend since returning from IL

Kyle Harrison returned from a flexor strain on August 5 and has made three starts for the Brewers, showing inconsistent velocity that has averaged 1.5 mph below his season average. In his first outing back against Pittsburgh, he struck out 10 batters in five innings before leaving with calf cramps, but struggled against San Diego with reduced velocity and limited swing-and-miss rates. His most recent start against Seattle produced better results with eight strikeouts over five innings, though his velocity remained down and his release point has dropped nearly six inches compared to before his injury. Harrison attributed the velocity fluctuations to the natural difficulty of maintaining arm slot as the season progresses and acknowledged concerns about fatigue as he approaches his career-high innings pitched total.

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