he's lost 4-5mph on his fastball, confidence is gone and now can't locate his fastball. Just like Zito, he is going to need to locate his fastball, in order for batters to not sit on his offspeed. Also, fastball location makes offsepeed pitches more effective in general.

I hope they skip his next start, which gives him 11 days off and next start at home against AZ. Also, the G's brass might need to consider limiting his pitches and innings per start. In addition, he needs to start a weight program this offseason, regardless of his philosophy, and put on 10-15lbs of muscle, so he can endure the long season. Also, why doesn't he ice his arm--all pitchers do--it's just one of the things you need to do!!