Fixing Velocity Leaks in Your Pitching Motion

As pitchers shift from Off-Season training mode to In-Season pitching mode, it’s generally a good idea to shift the focus away from mechanics, and spend more time...

The Mysterious Case of Chris Archer’s Stride

So I happened to catch some of a Rays/Yankees game a couple weeks ago, and it was my first glimpse of a rising young star… Chris Archer. He pitched a 2 hit shutout. Have...

One Quick & Easy Trick to Elevate Your Fastball

[h4]Get bigger with your stride to throw high…[/h4] We all know the importance of commanding your fastball down in the zone, and many (myself included) will recommend...

Why a Longer Stride Isn’t Always the Answer

image source: (Bill Mitchell/Four Seam Images) Audio of the full interview:Nick Struck Interview [h4]An Interview with Cubs Minor League Pitcher of the Year Nick Struck[/h4]...

More Pitching Drills I Don’t Like: The Towel Drill

The Towel Drill: A great drill for killing rotational power I almost included the towel drill in my list of least favorite pitching drills, but decided this one needed...

The Pitcher’s Stride: Does a Short Stride Hurt Velocity?

It’s pretty well accepted that a long stride helps you maximize power in your delivery, resulting in greater velocity. That’s partly why I’m a big believer in the importance...