Effective Velocity – How it makes an average fastball WAY more effective
During an at bat, have you ever noticed how a pitch either seemed faster or…
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Doug Bernier
Doug Bernier, founder of Pro Baseball Insider.com, debuted in the Major Leagues in 2008 with the Colorado Rockies, and has played professional baseball for 5 organizations (CO Rockies, NY Yankees, PIT Pirates, MN Twins, & TX Rangers) over the past 16 years. He has Major League time at every infield position, and has played every position on the field professionally except for catcher. (You should click to watch this great defensive play by Bernier) Where is he now? After 16 years of playing professionally, Doug retired and took a position as a Major League scout with the Colorado Rockies for 2 years. Currently Doug is the Data and Game Planning Coordinator with the Colorado Rockies
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Part 2 – Exclusive from Cardinals Hitting Coordinator, Pro tips for Hitting
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Los Angeles Angels pitcher Garrett Richards gives the inside scoop on why his curveball grip…