It would be nice that there was one equation to decide for each of us what the perfect baseball bat would be. A formula that takes into consideration the basic statistics of height, age, skill level and strength.
Fortunately we are all unique, my hand is similar but not exact to your hand. The power in […]
All too often baseball players perfect the art of collecting the ball in the pocket of their gloves. This is particularly true for the younger players that are still in the learning curve of using two hands for all catches. An expertly broken in glove will assist in the catching of the ball. Yet relying […]
Running Bases, protecting the bag, pitching; what is the level of aggression players should utilize when playing baseball? Does it make sense for a 12u team to have a player round third when the catcher has the ball under control and then dig a bee line to knock the ball out of the catchers glove?
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Although baseball is a team game - and complete cooperation from every player is necessary for victory - coaches, players and spectators agree that the most important factor in the success of a team is the pitcher.
Many major-league managers have attempted to evaluate just how much pitching means to a team. Their estimates generally run […]
In building a team, the pioneers of modern baseball discovered patterns which are essential to success on the field. John McGraw always wanted strength down the middle when he managed championship teams for the New York Giants. He wanted topnotch defensive players in center field, at shortstop and second base, and behind the bat. In […]