Bradford's strong religious faith and reliance on veteran mentorship appear to be his primary coping mechanisms for handling the pressures of MLB, while his emphasis on personal feel over analytics in pitch development suggests a potentially risky but authentic approach to his craft. His frequent references to 'just making the team' and the humbling nature of his journey, combined with his deep admiration for teammates like deGrom, hint at someone who might be wrestling with impostor syndrome despite his success.