Sentence examples for improved command of from inspiring English sources

He displayed improved command of his breaking pitches — just ask Chase Utley, who stared at a full-count curveball when he struck out to end the fifth.

Guardiola's significantly improved command of English over the past year, and his stated desire to one day work in England, has conspiracy theorists jumping.

Over the last three weeks, Vazquez has been the Yankees' most consistent starter, going 4-2 with a 2.73 earned run average in six appearances dating to May 12, a stretch in which he has had improved command of his fastball.

Joe Girardi said he liked the downward action on Nova's pitches and the improved command of his fastball.

He walked two, the fewest among his four starts, and showed improved command of his fastball — except on the pitch that Ramírez cranked over the fence in left-center field to give the Cubs a 2-0 lead.

He rejoined the Mets with improved command of that pitch, able to throw it on the corners instead of letting it drift over the plate as he had at the outset of the season.

His improving command of the English language, his experiences in Italy and Qatar in the final years of his playing career, equip him for a challenge abroad if and when he parts company with Barcelona.

They were told that "the report also recommended administrative actions for some members of the chain of command to improve command oversight".

Although he learned French in Iran, he improved his command of the language during trips to France and Belgium.

Pelfrey's has improved the command of his fastball, particularly down in the strike zone, and he has integrated a curveball into his repertory again.

Pérez, always lethal against left-handers, has improved his command of his backdoor slider to right-handed hitters, and he is comfortable throwing it for strike one, or after a steady stream of inside pitches.