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Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz believes that he has found the source of his struggles and will try to correct things even in the closer role. Diaz has been disappointing as a closer and reliever on the whole, suffering from command problems, and his stuff is not where it tends to be.On Friday, August 14th, Diaz got a save after blowing one the day before in ugly fashion. He gave up four straight singles on Thursday that led to three earned runs in the end and costing the team a win. He followed that up with an outing equally as nervy, but this time, he got out of trouble, stranding the bases loaded.Aug 13, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Edwin Diaz (3) delivers to the plate in the ninth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn ImagesDiaz hit the first batter, then got a strikeout, but he walked another hitter after that. Tommy Edman made a clutch play to get an out on a liner straight to him. However, with runners on second and third base, there was still danger, and he walked David Hamilton, loading the bases. To get the final out, Diaz produced a weak grounder for an easy out. Edwin Diaz, after the game, on Dave Roberts and the Dodgers' support: "It means a lot to me. I'm in a rough stretch right now, but I keep working hard and trying to make pitches," Diaz said."Today it wasn't easy, but I got the job done, so I'm happy." Nelson Espinal (@nelson__espinal) August 15, 2026His save, while just securing one win out of a 162-game season, was vital for a Dodgers bullpen and coaching staff who needed reasons to keep believing that Diaz could contribute this year.Now, according to Dave Roberts, Diaz gets a couple of days off to make some adjustments before he is available again. Mar 31, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Edwin Diaz (3) throws against the Cleveland Guardians during the ninth inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn ImagesWhat Edwin Diaz discovered about his strugglesAccording to Diaz, even though his command was poor and it took everything to pull off the save, he found something to improve after talking with the coaching staff. My posture. I think Im leaning too much to the right-handed hitter; instead, go straight to home plate. I think today was way better, I think I was rushing myself a bit, Diaz said. They told me that my arm angle was a little bit low, so I was trying to work on that a little bit today. My posture is the main focus in that; I think today was better. My fastball rise was way better than yesterday.It was not easy at all for Edwin Diaz, but he got the save. He walked three batters, one of whom was hit, but he got the three outs. Diaz's command was very bad, and the defense helped him out, yet this could be a launching point.Dave Roberts never flinched and rode it out Nelson Espinal (@nelson__espinal) August 15, 2026Diaz is right; his arm angle is down from 19 degrees in 2025 to 15 degrees in 2026. There is no right or wrong arm angle for a pitcher, since different pitchers can make a lower or higher arm angle work. However, Diaz is much worse this year than last year and even compared to 2024 (his arm angle was 20 degrees); a drop in arm angle may explain his decline. The release point can affect the ride of the fastball for some pitchers, and Diaz seems to believe his arm angle and posture are out of sync, which can lead to messy mechanics. Also, while Diaz always tends to pitch quickly, he does seem to be moving very fast through his release. By taking his time and focusing on his delivery, Diaz may regain the movement hes been lacking, and the knock-on effect could be better command. Next time Diaz pitches, all eyes will be on whether these changes made a difference.

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Hansi Flick makes major Eric Garcia decision ahead of new Barcelona seasonBarcelona do not have long left before the 2026-27 season kicks off officially, and they still have the Joan Gamper Trophy against Al Ahly left.That game, scheduled for 19 August, will give fans the first glimpse of the entire first-team squad at Flicks disposal this pre-season.The expectation is that this squad will also include Spanish midfielder Rodri, with the 30-year-old nearing a move to the Catalan club.The Gamper will also provide an opportunity to see interesting patterns emerge ahead of the new campaign, and one of them could involve Eric Garcia.According to SPORT, Eric looks set to have a much more defined role at Bara this season, with Flick planning to make him the first-choice right-back.Flick sees Eric as his starting right-backEric has been training in the right-back position since his return. Flick seems to have a new plan for the Spaniard this season.The idea did not emerge overnight. A major indication arrived during last seasons decisive Clasico, when Flick selected Eric at right-back despite Jules Kounde being available.That decision now looks increasingly significant. Eric played 51 matches across all competitions last season, starting 47, more than any other Barcelona player.His versatility was essential, with 26 appearances at centre-back, 13 in midfield, 11 at right-back and one on the left.However, it looks like Flick wants this season to be the Spaniards transition from jack of all trades to master of one.Flick has decided on Eric Garcias position. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)With greater squad depth and the expected arrival of Rodri strengthening midfield, Eric can settle into a more permanent role at right-back.Erics qualities fit Flicks plansThere is a clear tactical argument behind the decision.Eric averaged 83 touches per match last season while completing 92 percent of his passes. His ability to remain composed under pressure and help Barcelona progress possession gives Flick another technically reliable player during the build-up.He would not necessarily operate like a traditional attacking full-back.Instead, Erics intelligence in possession could allow him to move inside and support midfield, giving Lamine Yamal greater freedom and helping Bara maintain control when attacking from the right.For a Flick team that wants to dominate territory without losing their defensive structure, that balance has considerable value.Xavi Esparts emergence helps the causeXavi Espart looks set to earn a promotion to the first team this season, and between Eric and the youngster, the duo can play a similar role at right-back.The 19-year-old is also a midfielder who has been converted into a defender, and he is equally adept at inverting and providing support in the middle.Eric Garcia will be Barcelonas first-choice right-back. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)It does increasingly look like Flick does not want to be forced into changing systems every time a player is unavailable.In order to be able to do so, the German coach needs similar profiles in each position, and both Xavi and Eric are capable of offering that at right-back.Kounde could suffer the consequencesSince Hansi Flicks arrival, Jules Kounde has mostly been Baras preferred option at right-back and has had an extended run thus far.However, it looks like the plans with the Frenchman have changed ahead of the new season.Kounde remains under contract until 2030 and wants to continue at Bara, although the club would consider a significant offer if the defender himself became open to leaving.The Frenchman may still be a candidate at right-back, but it looks like he could also return to central defence, the position he used to play in back at Sevilla.The upcoming Gamper game may give everyone an opportunity to see how Flick uses both Eric and Kounde.It would offer a glimpse into the German managers plans ahead of the new campaign, and it remains to be seen how the dynamics play out.