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Another timing pick example with the sign coming from the catcher. He gone! If you’re not incorporating these into your games… you should be! Vid cred: MLB Network #thelifeofacatcher #catchingdrills #catchers #baseballcatcher #lifeofacatcher

Another timing pick example with the sign coming from the catcher. He gone! If you’re not incorporating these into your games… you should be! Vid cred: MLB Network #thelifeofacatcher #catchingdrills #catchers #baseballcatcher #lifeofacatcher

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If nobody is on base & there’s a pop up hit behind 1st base, we don’t just watch the show & hope they make the catch. Some call it “3 B’s.” When ball is hit you’re either go to the Ball, go to a Base or go to Back up. The point is, there is ALWAYS something to do! (Cont.)

If nobody is on base & there’s a pop up hit behind 1st base, we don’t just watch the show & hope they make the catch. Some call it “3 B’s.” When ball is hit you’re either go to the Ball, go to a Base or go to Back up. The point is, there is ALWAYS something to do! (Cont.)

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Between innings throw by Miami Marlins catcher Agustin Ramirez. Notice pre-catch shift. Getting process started before ball even hits mitt is a great way to decrease your release & overall pop time. Do you work on technique between innings or just take it easy and flip it down there?

Between innings throw by Miami Marlins catcher Agustin Ramirez. Notice pre-catch shift. Getting process started before ball even hits mitt is a great way to decrease your release & overall pop time. Do you work on technique between innings or just take it easy and flip it down there?

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Tag time (accuracy) matters… this is what we call ZERO tag time! On. The. Money! 💵 Fun to watch! #thelifeofacatcher #catcherswag

Tag time (accuracy) matters… this is what we call ZERO tag time! On. The. Money! 💵 Fun to watch! #thelifeofacatcher #catcherswag

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Yes, I know the pitch was well into the k-zone already but this is a great example of getting outside anticipated pitch location so your mitt is moving toward middle of the k-zone during reception. Some coaches call it catching the “ball side of the ball.” #thelifeofacatcher

Yes, I know the pitch was well into the k-zone already but this is a great example of getting outside anticipated pitch location so your mitt is moving toward middle of the k-zone during reception. Some coaches call it catching the “ball side of the ball.” #thelifeofacatcher

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These catcher initiated timing picks are becoming an almost nightly occurrence. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again… if you’re not incorporating these into your games, you should be! #catcherslife #catcherscamp #thelifeofacatcher

These catcher initiated timing picks are becoming an almost nightly occurrence. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again… if you’re not incorporating these into your games, you should be! #catcherslife #catcherscamp #thelifeofacatcher

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3,365,487 次观看 • 1 年前

Here is a portion of Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O’Hoppe’s pregame warm up & receiving routine. I personally loved how the first 8-10 reps, after he put mitt on, he simply “paddled the ball” keeping his mitt open allowing the ball to drop after contact… (Cont.)

Here is a portion of Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O’Hoppe’s pregame warm up & receiving routine. I personally loved how the first 8-10 reps, after he put mitt on, he simply “paddled the ball” keeping his mitt open allowing the ball to drop after contact… (Cont.)

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682,810 次观看 • 2 年前

Check out this timing pick at 1st base initiated by catcher. We have whole field in front of us so why not. We can see what pitcher can’t so we can help w/ timing. Notice, 1st of all, how Jansen is peaking over watching runner & then how he swipes dirt letting P know “now.”

Check out this timing pick at 1st base initiated by catcher. We have whole field in front of us so why not. We can see what pitcher can’t so we can help w/ timing. Notice, 1st of all, how Jansen is peaking over watching runner & then how he swipes dirt letting P know “now.”

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621,148 次观看 • 2 年前

This is a perfect example of “how a catcher receives a pitch can greatly affect what the umpire sees and what they call it.” A lot of people argue that what we do as catchers doesn’t matter and a strike is a strike due to where it crosses the plate. I’m a firm believer (Cont.)

This is a perfect example of “how a catcher receives a pitch can greatly affect what the umpire sees and what they call it.” A lot of people argue that what we do as catchers doesn’t matter and a strike is a strike due to where it crosses the plate. I’m a firm believer (Cont.)

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92,334 次观看 • 3 个月前

Here’s a clip of Austin Barnes pregame routine… 1. Bare hand receiving 2. Two-knee mitt flip blocks 3. Staggered stance, 2-knee exchanges 4. Live receiving 5. Footwork, exchange & throw Every catchers routine is different & it’s cool to see what each one likes to include.

Here’s a clip of Austin Barnes pregame routine… 1. Bare hand receiving 2. Two-knee mitt flip blocks 3. Staggered stance, 2-knee exchanges 4. Live receiving 5. Footwork, exchange & throw Every catchers routine is different & it’s cool to see what each one likes to include.

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414,199 次观看 • 2 年前

Whether it’s a missed hit & run sign or not, having the base runner stop because they’re out by so much is 🔥! Bailey is tied for the most runners caught stealing this season with 12. He’s pretty fun to watch! #thelifeofacatcher

Whether it’s a missed hit & run sign or not, having the base runner stop because they’re out by so much is 🔥! Bailey is tied for the most runners caught stealing this season with 12. He’s pretty fun to watch! #thelifeofacatcher

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13,014 次观看 • 21 天前

Here’s mashup of Stephenson’s pre-game work. 1. Indian club (Warm up/muscle activation) 2. Loop band (Warm up/muscle activation) 3. Short hop receiving (in, out & middle) 4. Machine receiving (Low, middle & High) 5. Exchange & footwork (to 3rd, 2nd & 1st) 6. Block or Receive

Here’s mashup of Stephenson’s pre-game work. 1. Indian club (Warm up/muscle activation) 2. Loop band (Warm up/muscle activation) 3. Short hop receiving (in, out & middle) 4. Machine receiving (Low, middle & High) 5. Exchange & footwork (to 3rd, 2nd & 1st) 6. Block or Receive

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219,373 次观看 • 1 年前

🧵 Here is about 2 minutes of Gabby Moreno’s pre-game routine. 1. Barehand weighted ball rolling receiving 2. Barehand baseball short hop receiving 3. Short toss knee down blocks 4. Live machine receiving 5. Machine pitch exchange & pick or throw w/ footwork (to 2nd, 1st & 3rd)

🧵 Here is about 2 minutes of Gabby Moreno’s pre-game routine. 1. Barehand weighted ball rolling receiving 2. Barehand baseball short hop receiving 3. Short toss knee down blocks 4. Live machine receiving 5. Machine pitch exchange & pick or throw w/ footwork (to 2nd, 1st & 3rd)

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48,933 次观看 • 3 个月前

Here is about 90 seconds of Hunter Goodman’s pre game. 1. Heavy ball receiving (notice coach changes angles and/or location almost every flip). 2. Live machine receiving (2-knee side saddle, LKD, RKD & RKD kicked out). 3. Two knee exchanges w/ extra ball. 4. Throwing routine.

Here is about 90 seconds of Hunter Goodman’s pre game. 1. Heavy ball receiving (notice coach changes angles and/or location almost every flip). 2. Live machine receiving (2-knee side saddle, LKD, RKD & RKD kicked out). 3. Two knee exchanges w/ extra ball. 4. Throwing routine.

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39,840 次观看 • 3 个月前

Want to improve your exchange? Check out the 1st drill in this progression by Hedges! Obviously it helps to have big, strong hands. ELITE finger dexterity! {Finger dexterity is the ability to move fingers and hands precisely, quickly, and with high coordination} Brian Whatley (DNA Catching)

Want to improve your exchange? Check out the 1st drill in this progression by Hedges! Obviously it helps to have big, strong hands. ELITE finger dexterity! {Finger dexterity is the ability to move fingers and hands precisely, quickly, and with high coordination} Brian Whatley (DNA Catching)

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37,524 次观看 • 3 个月前

Here’s a short clip of Houston Astros catcher Yanier Diaz doing his pre-game work. 1. 2-knee preset low FB receiving 2. 2-knee load & receive w/ heavy ball for feel 3. LKD load & receive 4. 2-knee exchanges 5. Exchange & jab step 6. Exchange & footwork no throw (Cont.)

Here’s a short clip of Houston Astros catcher Yanier Diaz doing his pre-game work. 1. 2-knee preset low FB receiving 2. 2-knee load & receive w/ heavy ball for feel 3. LKD load & receive 4. 2-knee exchanges 5. Exchange & jab step 6. Exchange & footwork no throw (Cont.)

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169,240 次观看 • 2 年前

Some will say C.B. Bucknor had a bad game. I say @patrick_bailey was on point with his “Mitt Magic.” Bailey is first in Receiving Runs at 13 and is getting shadow zone pitches called strikes at a rate of just under 53% (Source: BaseballSavant) (Cont.)

Some will say C.B. Bucknor had a bad game. I say @patrick_bailey was on point with his “Mitt Magic.” Bailey is first in Receiving Runs at 13 and is getting shadow zone pitches called strikes at a rate of just under 53% (Source: BaseballSavant) (Cont.)

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151,501 次观看 • 1 年前

One of, if not the best time to back pick is on a missed/pulled back bunt. Watch slo-mo closely. Drive up through LT leg, get ball to throwing hand efficiently & get RT foot planted immediately. We discuss picks at every camp. Message me & I’ll show you where I’m going to be.

One of, if not the best time to back pick is on a missed/pulled back bunt. Watch slo-mo closely. Drive up through LT leg, get ball to throwing hand efficiently & get RT foot planted immediately. We discuss picks at every camp. Message me & I’ll show you where I’m going to be.

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20,122 次观看 • 2 个月前

Few examples of great times to back pick at 1st. 1. After pick of a pitch in dirt, 2. After a missed bunt attempt, 3. Runners at 1st & 2nd & the runner on 1st extended their secondary. Back picks can be life savers for your pitchers and game changers. Look for them often!

Few examples of great times to back pick at 1st. 1. After pick of a pitch in dirt, 2. After a missed bunt attempt, 3. Runners at 1st & 2nd & the runner on 1st extended their secondary. Back picks can be life savers for your pitchers and game changers. Look for them often!

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100,688 次观看 • 1 年前

I’m not sure? Is a .56 release quick? 🤷‍♂️🤣 Watch how every move Carson Kelly makes during this throw flows together. There are no pauses or hesitations ANYWHERE in his throwing motion. THAT’s how you get a .56! Fun. To. Watch! 🔥 (Cont.)

I’m not sure? Is a .56 release quick? 🤷‍♂️🤣 Watch how every move Carson Kelly makes during this throw flows together. There are no pauses or hesitations ANYWHERE in his throwing motion. THAT’s how you get a .56! Fun. To. Watch! 🔥 (Cont.)

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93,038 次观看 • 1 年前

Here’s 60 seconds of Platinum Glove winner Cal Raleigh doing his thing. Well deserved and Fun. To. Watch! 🔥 #thelifeofacatcher #mlb #platinumglove

Here’s 60 seconds of Platinum Glove winner Cal Raleigh doing his thing. Well deserved and Fun. To. Watch! 🔥 #thelifeofacatcher #mlb #platinumglove

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93,037 次观看 • 1 年前

Here’s 60 seconds of Garver’s pregame routine. 💪 1. Preset (already in stance) Receiving 2. Transition & Receive 3. Transition, Kick-out & Receive 4. Arm Side Miss Fire Picks 5. Preset 2-Knee Blocks 6. Knee Down Transition & Block 7. Preset 2-Knee “Gator Arm” Exchanges (Cont.)

Here’s 60 seconds of Garver’s pregame routine. 💪 1. Preset (already in stance) Receiving 2. Transition & Receive 3. Transition, Kick-out & Receive 4. Arm Side Miss Fire Picks 5. Preset 2-Knee Blocks 6. Knee Down Transition & Block 7. Preset 2-Knee “Gator Arm” Exchanges (Cont.)

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60,255 次观看 • 1 年前

Had a young catcher ask me about when to back pick… I say whenever you think you can get them. Look for back picks often, be confident, be aggressive, and let it fly! Confidence comes from reps so be sure to work on them often so when the opportunity arises, you’re ready!

Had a young catcher ask me about when to back pick… I say whenever you think you can get them. Look for back picks often, be confident, be aggressive, and let it fly! Confidence comes from reps so be sure to work on them often so when the opportunity arises, you’re ready!

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102,635 次观看 • 2 年前

When you combine strength, mobility and good mechanics you get some amazing throws! Watch the slo-mo of these Joe Mack throws closely. The exchange, the arm path, the arm shape, the scap load, the controlled mitt, the blocking of the front side… the list goes on and on! 🔥💪

When you combine strength, mobility and good mechanics you get some amazing throws! Watch the slo-mo of these Joe Mack throws closely. The exchange, the arm path, the arm shape, the scap load, the controlled mitt, the blocking of the front side… the list goes on and on! 🔥💪

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10,581 次观看 • 1 个月前

We dedicate an entire classroom session at my Super Camps to leadership. IMO, most important component to being a leader is communication. There is ALWAYS something to say as a catcher. Here are several examples of how a catcher communicates throughout a game. I have four…

We dedicate an entire classroom session at my Super Camps to leadership. IMO, most important component to being a leader is communication. There is ALWAYS something to say as a catcher. Here are several examples of how a catcher communicates throughout a game. I have four…

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59,031 次观看 • 1 年前