Why Johan Santana May Not Return in 2011
Mets pitcher Johan Santana suffered a setback while rehabbing his injured shoulder. It may be a long time before he can return to the mound, unless he corrects the mechanical flaw that caused his injury in the first place. Read more
Swinging on 3-0 Counts
As a hitter, your most advantageous count is three balls and no strikes. But how do you know when you should swing on 3-0 and when you shouldn’t? Read more
Buster Posey Aftermath: What Should Be Done?
The awful result of a homeplate collision that ended the season of Giants catcher Buster Posey has prompted many to pose questions about the catching position, MLB rules, and Posey’s future. What should change, and what shouldn’t?
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When To Steal Home (and Not To)
It’s not often you see someone trying to steal home — it may be the most rare offensive execution in baseball. But that doesn’t diminish its value, and it certainly brings excitement to the game. Personally, I’d like to see more players attempt to steal home — but, there is a right time and a wrong time to do so. Read more
Learn to Breathe
Learn to breathe? Who needs to “learn” how to breathe? Didn’t we figure that out about three seconds after emerging from the womb?
Well, yeah, but, not really. Read more
Baseball Podcasts
Ron Swoboda on Outfield Play
Before Endy Chavez, Mets fans remembered “The Catch” made by Ron Swoboda in the 1969 World Series. Listen to Ron describe how he made himself into an MLB outfielder who would make one of the most legendary catches in New York baseball history.
What Do Baseball Scouts Look For?
Cleveland Indians scout Tyrone Brooks talks about what he looks for in an amateur baseball player and how you can attract and impress a pro scout.
Fritz Peterson On Pitching
Fritz Peterson reveals the secrets that made him MLB’s #1 lefthanded control pitcher since 1900, the owner of the lowest ERA in the history of the old Yankee Stadium, an All-Star, and a 20-game winner.
Mental Prep for Baseball with Jim Fannin
How does a Major League Baseball player prepare — mentally — for a big game or a postseason series? I had the opportunity to discuss that topic and many others related to mental preparation for baseball with one of the leading experts on the subject, Jim Fannin. Jim’s worked with 24 All-Stars over the years, [...]
Mental Game of Baseball
Why A-Rod is Suddenly a Postseason Hero
For years, the knock on Alex Rodriguez was that he never performed to his capabilities in the playoffs. In October and November of 2009, he put that to rest. What changed?
Baseball Book Reviews
The Ripken Way
Cal Ripken, Jr., and his brother Billy teach baseball fundamentals in a style they call “The Ripken Way”. This is the book behind the style. [Read More...]
Baseball Equipment Reviews
Breaking in Your Baseball Glove
For much of North America — particularly in the colder climates — the baseball season is right around the corner. That means it’s time to pull your baseball glove out of the closet and get it ready for the upcoming season — or buy a new one and start breaking it in. There are at [...]
