Better than AI: What makes Mason Miller so hard to...
Key takeaways
- Miller's excellence, it turns out, can't be captured by AI.
- "Trajekt is amazing," Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy said, "but there's certain things it can't mimic.
- Muncy lived it on back-to-back nights in San Diego last month, during his first two encounters with Miller.
Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.
Rob Tringali/MLB Photos via Getty Images Alden Gonzalez Jun 8, 2026, 07:00 AM ETClose ESPN baseball reporter. Covered the L.A. Rams for ESPN from 2016 to 2018 and the L.A. Angels for MLB.com from 2012 to 2016.Follow on XMultiple Authors Email Print Open Extended Reactions Five years ago, the Trajekt Arc made its way into major league batting cages and exploded in popularity for its ability to precisely simulate any pitch from any pitcher. For hitters seeking to train their eyes against some of the world's most devastating offerings, the machine became a revolutionary tool. And yet, when it comes to preparing for San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller, it is rendered useless.
Miller's excellence, it turns out, can't be captured by AI.
"Trajekt is amazing," Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy said, "but there's certain things it can't mimic. It can't mimic that ball just absolutely exploding out of his hand. It'll be a hundred, but it's not going to be the same hundred."