2016 MLB Draft Prospect Swing Analysis

With the MLB Draft quickly approaching, let’s take a mechanical look at 3 of the top collegiate hitters: University of Tennesee IF Nick Senzel, Louisville Outfielder Corey Ray and Mercer Outfielder Kyle Lewis.

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Preview: Bryce Harper Hand Adjustments

Washington Nationals Outfielder Bryce Harper is having a monster start to the 2015 campaign. With an average nearing .350 and surpassing the 20 HR mark before the All-Star Break has people wondering what caused a career .270 hitter to make such a leap?

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Bryce Harper Hand Adjustments

Washington Nationals Outfielder Bryce Harper is having a monster start to the 2015 campaign. With an average nearing .350 and surpassing the 20 HR mark before the All-Star Break have people wondering what caused a career .270 hitter to make such a leap?

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2015 MLB Draft Prospect Analysis: Comparing the Top 3 SS Prospects

Florida High School product Brendan Rodgers, Vanderbilt’s Dansby Swanson and LSU’s Alex Bregman are the top three middle infielders in the 2015 MLB Draft class according to several talent evaluators. In the latest Perfect Game USA Mock Draft these three names will be the first three called in the June draft, so let’s take a closer look at the swing mechanics behind these first round talents.

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2015 MLB Draft Prospect Analysis: Comparing the Top 3 SS Prospects

Florida High School product Brendan Rodgers, Vanderbilt’s Dansby Swanson and LSU’s Alex Bregman are the top three middle infielders in the 2015 MLB Draft class according to several talent evaluators. In the latest Perfect Game USA Mock Draft these three names will be the first three called in the June draft, so let’s take a closer look at the swing mechanics behind these first round talents.

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Members Only Blog 27: Video Analysis: Kris Bryant

Kris Bryant tore up MiLB pitching earning himself a late April call-up to the big league club and has been received by much fanfare in Chicago. See the mechanics behind one of the game’s brightest young bats in this week’s swing breakdown.

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Members Only Blog 23 Preview: Opening Night Comments on Jason Heyward

During the Cardinals vs. Cubs Opening Night broadcast, much was made of the pre-pitch adjustments Cardinals’ outfielder Jason Heyward made since he last took the field in a Braves uniform. See the comparison between his Atlanta pre-pitch set up versus his opening day stance in a Cardinals uniform and the effects it may have on his 2015 production.

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Members Only Blog 23: Opening Night Comments on Jason Heyward

During the Cardinals vs. Cubs Opening Night broadcast, much was made of the pre-pitch adjustments Cardinals’ outfielder Jason Heyward has made since his transition from the Braves to the St. Louis club. See the comparison between his Atlanta pre-pitch set up versus his opening day stance in a Cardinals uniform and the effects it may have on his 2015 numbers.

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Members Only Blog 16 Preview: Babe Ruth Mechanics Analysis

Recently a 1920’s baseball instructional video resurfaced featuring legends of the game Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb. The video features the two Hall of Famers showcasing their skills at the plate. Luckily for us baseball instruction has progressed as technology developed, but many of the principles The Babe put on display in his video we still talk about today.

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Members Only Blog 16: Babe Ruth Mechanics

Recently a 1920’s baseball instructional video resurfaced featuring legends of the game Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb. The video features the two Hall of Famers showcasing their skills at the plate. Luckily for us baseball instruction has progressed as technology developed, but many of the principles The Babe put on display in his video we still talk about today.

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Members Only Blog 6: 2013 Anthony Rizzo Swing Adjustments

The success in Anthony Rizzo this season reminded me of a project we did on him right after one of his most difficult times as a Cub. Look at the breakdown of what Rizzo was trying to do to make an adjustment and what he was really doing. Remember, as a hitting coach you don’t…

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Members Only Blog 6 Preview: 2013 Anthony Rizzo Swing Adjustments

Chicago Cubs first basemen Anthony Rizzo received a contract extension during the 2013 season.  During an impressive offensive streak Rizzo said in an interview that it was a few mechanical adjustments that helped him get him going at the plate.  Hear what the Cubs slugger had to say about his swing and Justin Stone explain…

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