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    Rays’ Aaron Civale having better success doing things his way

    By Marc Topkin,

    2024-06-18
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    Rays starting pitcher Aaron Civale delivers to the Cubs during the first inning of a game last Wednesday at Tropicana Field. [ CHRIS O'MEARA | AP ]

    MINNEAPOLIS — Aaron Civale is very detailed, specific and thorough in his preparation and breakdown of the opposing hitters for each start.

    But at the suggestion of pitching coach Kyle Snyder, Civale recently made a slight change in approach to be more proactive in attacking hitters, with an increased emphasis on the strengths of his six-pitch repertoire.

    And both Civale, acquired last July, and Snyder feel it has helped and will continue to do so as Civale starts next on Tuesday — weather permitting — at the Twins.

    “We had several conversations — we’re still learning each other — and those were very...

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