I thought I understood the distinction between a curve ball and a slider, but while watching a game on TV which showed where a pitch was relative to the strike zone, and also its speed and type, I realized there were aspects I did not understand.
I had originally thought a curve ball primarily had a downward break, and a slider primarily a side-to-side break. Is this wrong? Also, does the kind of spin put on the ball by the pitcher determine the type of pitch?
Then there are other breaking pitch variations: knuckle curve, etc. I would also much appreciate any knowledgeable participant's explaining the spin type and break type for these other variations of breaking pitches.
Regards,
Buzz