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Type 2 Obstruction at Third Base in MLB 2024

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The Angels and Mariners played in Seattle on July 23, 2024. In the top of the fifth inning, the Angels had the bases loaded and no outs. Nolan Schanuel was on third, Brandon Drury was on second, and Mickey Moniak was on first. Zach Neto was at bat facing Logan Gilbert. Neto laid down a…

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Third Base Coach Interference?

Topics: Coach

The Mariners hosted the Angels on July 22, 2024. In the top of the ninth with the score tied 1-1, the Angels had Brandon Drury on second and Zach Neto on first with two outs when Jo Adell singled to center field. Both runners scored. Neto advanced home because of a throwing error by M’s…

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Baseball Bat Grip with Ken Griffey Jr.

Topics: Baseball Instruction

This classic baseball instruction video comes from back in 2004 with Cincinnati Reds outfielder and future Hall of Famer, Ken Griffey Jr. Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh asks Junior about how he grips his baseball bat, and how he would teach a little leaguer to grip their bat as well.

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Hitter Using the Entire Field

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This classic baseball instruction video comes from back in 2004 with Cincinnati Reds utility player, Ryan Freel. Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh asks Ryan about how a successful hitter uses the entire field.

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Adam Dunn’s Batting Grip

Topics: Baseball Instruction

This classic baseball instruction video comes from back in 2004 with Cincinnati Reds slugger, Adam Dunn. Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh asks Adam to demonstrate his batting grip.  

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Hitting the Ball up the Middle

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This classic baseball instruction video comes from back in 2004 with Cincinnati Reds hitting coach, Chris Chambliss. Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh asks Chris how about his philosophy with hitting the ball up the middle.

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How to Hit a Breaking Ball Away

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This classic baseball instruction video comes from back in 2004 with Cincinnati Reds hitting coach, Chris Chambliss. Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh asks Chris how to teach a little leaguer to hit a breaking ball thrown away.

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