Gaylord Perry’s greatest advantage wasn’t a pitch. It was availability. In an era where dependable innings have become scarce, Perry’s career workload and value read like a modern market outlier. This article translates his durability into today’s economy and makes the case that he would have been priced as a $700 million arm.

MLB teams are using 42.7% more pitchers per season since 2013—not because it’s smarter, but because durability is collapsing. With Days Lost to the IL up 71% and hundreds of millions paid to unavailable arms, the sport now rewards “stuff” faster than it rewards consistency. This is the Durability Cliff—and why the next advantage will be rebuilding traditional starter durability.

After analyzing over 1,100 elite pitchers drafted since 2013, the data reveals a sobering reality: a 38% injury rate and an "inning threshold" that is ending careers before they reach their prime. DVS Baseball founder Justin Orenduff breaks down the case study that explains why the 200-inning workhorse is becoming extinct and how we can engineer a path back to durability.

Preseason isn’t just about getting your arm in shape—it’s about getting your arm on time. When your forearm and spine are within 10° of parallel at foot strike, the arm can accelerate on a smoother, more efficient path (Acceleration Smoothness trending closer to 1.00). This article breaks down the flat-ground sequence that starts at the rear foot, improves Mass & Momentum, and helps pitchers protect the throwing arm while sustaining repeatable execution all season.

The path to a $100 million career doesn’t have to be a gamble on max-velocity—it’s a journey built on craft and consistency. Using Ranger Suárez’s recent 5-year, $130M deal as the gold standard, we explore how mastering the art of "taking the ball" creates the ultimate leverage. This article breaks down the three pillars of a high-value MLB career—Availability, Pitchability, and Sustainability—and shows why the most rewarding skill in baseball is the one that keeps you on the mound.

DVS Baseball announces the release of DVS X-Ray 5.0, featuring Arm Impulse Metrics, improved scoring accuracy, and new Development Reports built on the medically published Delivery Value System.

Velocity alone doesn’t tell the full story. Two pitchers may throw the same mph, but the path they take to get there can mean the difference between health and breakdown. In this article, we explore how the DVS Arm Impulse Index reveals the efficiency, sequencing, and sustainability behind velocity—and how coaches and pitchers can use it to build lasting success on the mound.

Velocity isn’t the full story. A 22-frame acceleration path reveals how pitchers build speed, protect arms, and sustain long-term performance.

Now available: DVS X-Ray 4.0—markerless pitching biomechanics software delivering pro-level analysis in under three minutes. Trusted by coaches at every level to improve performance, reduce injury risk, and build durable pitchers.

Discover how DVS X-Ray 4.0 helps coaches and trainers deliver elite biomechanics analysis in minutes. Learn how this powerful, affordable tool supports pitcher development, injury prevention, and business growth—one pitch at a time.

Discover how pitchers can increase perceived velocity through better sequencing and extension. Learn the biomechanics behind making 90 mph feel like 95—without throwing harder.

He didn’t chase velocity. He chased outs.

Mark Buehrle’s career proves you don’t need triple-digit heat to dominate. As the White Sox unveil his statue, we look at what today’s game can learn from the last great pitch-to-contact ace.

Modern pitch limits are erasing the quality start—and with it, the long-term value of starting pitchers. Here's how the system is failing them.

Why did Jared Jones throw 100mph in a meaningless September game? His injury highlights MLB’s growing velocity obsession—and how it's sidelining top arms before they ever reach their full potential.

Pitchers are breaking down faster than ever, but the blueprint to longevity has been right in front of us for decades. Learn how efficient movement, sequencing, and proven mechanics—exemplified by legends like Gaylord Perry—can help today’s pitchers stay durable, throw more innings, and extend their careers. The blueprint is here—it’s time to stop ignoring it.

Throwing harder isn’t about forcing velocity—it’s about allowing energy to transfer efficiently. Learn how momentum, sequencing, and biomechanics work together to maximize velocity and durability in pitching by riding the roller coaster effect.

Sustainable velocity isn’t just about throwing harder—it’s about optimizing mechanics and energy transfer. The Stretch Effect maximizes separation between the pelvis and upper body, allowing pitchers to generate more velocity without excessive arm stress.

In this article, we break down how Nate Reed, a College of Charleston commit, applies this principle to refine his delivery.

Logan Jarosz had the most mechanically efficient amateur pitching delivery I’ve ever seen. This post explores his natural motion, the challenges he faced in player development, and the importance of mentorship over technology in coaching. Discover why individuality in pitching mechanics matters.

Discover how the biomechanics of shooting a basketball can provide valuable insights into protecting the elbow in baseball pitching, focusing on joint coordination to prevent injuries.