Brandon Pfaadt Adopts Aggressive Defensive Mindset for 2026 Season

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Diamondbacks starter Brandon Pfaadt is focusing on an aggressive 'pitching is offense' philosophy during spring training. Following advice from manager Torey Lovullo, Pfaadt is treating defensive situations as opportunities to stay on the attack against hitters. The right-hander noted that spring is the perfect time to refine this mental approach, emphasizing the need to give everything he has toward being aggressive on the mound as he prepares for the upcoming 2026 campaign.