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.
Wait, who wants to LOSE power when they’re hitting?
Nobody of course, unless you’re attempting a sacrifice bunt!
But there are common problems among hitters — even the pros — that can sap you of your power. Both players and coaches should be aware of these minor, correctable flaws.
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 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.
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?
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, including Alex [...]
If you use a telescope, binoculars, or video camera to steal another team’s signs — THAT is cheating. But if all you use is your eyes, it’s completely within the rules — and it could mean the difference between winning and losing.
Watch an example of Joe Mauer stealing the opposing catcher’s signs and relaying them [...]
Everyone knows that hitters can go into slumps, but did you know pitchers can as well?
Read an explanation from MLB pitching coach Randy St. Claire.
This past weekend my team was in a situation where there were two outs, men on second and third, a full count on the batter, and we were up by four runs.
With the 3-2 pitch on the way, the runner on third broke for home, slid over the batter’s feet, and beat the ball to [...]
Nearly every catching instructor you speak to, and every published book and article on catching, will point out that footwork is the key to success for a backstop. But how many tell you what that means, exactly?
