January 28, 2023

Pitcher Staying “On Top” of the Ball

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Scott Sullivan talks about pitching

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Pitcher Staying “On Top” of the Ball

This classic baseball instruction video comes from back in 2003 with Cincinnati Reds pitcher, Scott Sullivan. Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh asks Scott about the phrase often used for pitchers about staying “on top” of the ball.

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