A pitching strategy refers to the plan a baseball team uses to deploy its pitchers during a game or season. This strategy involves deciding which pitchers to use in specific situations, such as matchups against opposing batters, game score, and inning. Teams often analyze data to determine the best times to use their starting pitchers, relief pitchers, and closers. Effective pitching strategies can also include managing pitchers' workloads to prevent injuries and maximize performance. Coaches and managers may adjust their strategies based on factors like player fatigue, weather conditions, and the strengths and weaknesses of both their pitchers and the opposing team's lineup.