Bailey Ober Velocity Concerns Persist in Spring Outing

Bailey Ober allowed one run on five hits and a walk over 2.2 innings against the Red Sox on Thursday. His fastball velocity averaged 88.8 mph, a concerning trend following a 2025 season where he averaged a career-low 90.3 mph. While his velocity sat in the low 90s early in camp, it has declined in his recent appearances. The 30-year-old right-hander is looking to regain form after struggling to a 5.10 ERA last season, making his current velocity dip a notable development.