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Patrick Jones Baseball Patrick Jones
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Patrick Jones is a former hitting coach in the Baltimore Orioles organization. Now he works with hitters in the private sector and helps high school baseball players get recruited to play in college. This baseball podcast is designed around player development and college recruiting. Each week, he brings on a new guest to discuss everything from hitting and pitching mechanics to the mental game, practice design, drills, and college recruiting.
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5 Ways To Help Hitters Prepare For A Game
In this episode, Patrick Jones, @pjonesbaseball on Twitter, discusses how to game plan against pitchers to maximize hitters' success at the plate.
4 steps to creating a game plan:
Identify the Type of Pitcher
Categorize pitchers into three types: roll-out-of-bed, double-take, and a dude based on their pitching abilities.Adjust hitting approach based on the type of pitcher faced. Analyze Pitcher Tendencies
Look at strikeout-to-walk ratios to determine aggressiveness at the plate.Understand how pitchers start and finish hitters to develop a game plan. Study Pitch Movements
Utilize movement plots to educate hitters on pitch movements.Differentiate between east-west and north-south pitchers to adjust hitting strategy. Create Individualized Plans
Tailor game plans for each hitter based on their understanding of pitch movements.Emphasize sticking to the plan to beat the pitcher and avoid falling into their traps.
Hit with us in Cincinnati, Ohio: https://www.patrickjonesbaseball.com/contact
The Hitting Chronicle Newsletter: https://www.patrickjonesbaseball.com/THC
Website: https://patrickjonesbaseball.com
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How To Help Hitters Improve Swing Decisions
Patrick Jones, a former hitting coach in the Baltimore Orioles organization and founder of Patrick Jones Baseball, discusses swing decisions. In this episode, Patrick breaks down the definition of the strike zone, how to improve swing decisions, MLB hitters who have improved their swing decisions, and drills you can do with your hitters to help them improve their swing decisions.
Hit with us in Cincinnati, Ohio: https://www.patrickjonesbaseball.com/contact
The Hitting Chronicle Newsletter: https://www.patrickjonesbaseball.com/THC
Website: https://patrickjonesbaseball.com
Listen to the Patrick Jones Baseball Podcast
iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/patrick-jones-baseball/id1282221540
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lHQfrNNuqleXaMzgqr1kS?si=34f7ef6c4147456b
Follow us on Social Media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pjonesbaseball
Twitter: https://twitter.com/pjonesbaseball
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-jones-b388a484/
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6 Ways To Help Hitters Hit Slow Pitching
Episode 351: Patrick Jones (https://twitter.com/pjonesbaseball) explains 6 different ways to help hitters hit slow pitching.
Timestamps:
[00:51] Managing Expectations
[04:17] Shrinking the Zone
[08:15] Overcoming the Challenge of Slow Pitching
[09:48] Balancing Aggression, Exaggerating Approach, and Staying Relaxed
[12:57] Be Specific
[14:11] Sacrificing an At-Bat
[18:47] Practice Being Late
A-Rod HR
Hit with us in Cincinnati, Ohio: https://www.patrickjonesbaseball.com/contact
The Hitting Chronicle Newsletter: https://www.patrickjonesbaseball.com/...
Website: https://patrickjonesbaseball.com
Listen to the Patrick Jones Baseball Podcast
iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/patrick-jones-baseball/id1282221540
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lHQfrNNuqleXaMzgqr1kS?si=34f7ef6c4147456b
Follow us on Social Media
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/pjonesbaseball
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Pitch Design | How To Develop Better Pitches w/ Jared Gaynor
In this podcast episode, Patrick Jones and Jared Gaynor delve into the intricacies of pitch development and design. Jared emphasizes mastering the fastball before introducing offspeed pitches to young pitchers, suggesting a focus on the four-seam fastball. He advocates for teaching sliders before curveballs due to their higher velocity and easier command. The discussion also covers pitch movement profiles—north-south, east-west, and combo—and the importance of spin rate. Jared introduces his course "Pitch Design U," aimed at providing coaches and players with actionable insights into pitch movement, grips, and analytics. The episode highlights a strategic, data-driven approach to pitching.
Timestamps:
[05:00] At what age should kids throw curveballs?
[10:31] Slider vs. Curveball
[14:11] Movement plots
[17:27] Understanding pitch movement
[18:20] Pitch profiles
[23:55] Understanding spin and movement
[30:55] Spin Rate
[33:06] Advice for hitters
[34:25] Pitching at different levels
[35:09] Data for off-speed pitches
[39:20] Pitch Design Course
Follow Jared Gaynor on Twitter: @PitchingCoachU
Jared's New Pitch Design Course: https://www.pitchingcoachu.com/a/2147874657/zexGvH52
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Top MLB Hitters Fly To See Him | Mike Brumley | (Part 2)
In this podcast episode, Patrick Jones continues his conversation with hitting coach Mike Brumley, delving deeper into baseball hitting mechanics. Brumley advocates for a focus on ribcage loading. He also discusses the misconceptions around hip hinges and loading the back hip, emphasizing the importance of non-verbal cues and the use of specialized training tools to improve hitting skills. Brumley shares insights from his experience coaching professional players.
TIMESTAMPS:
[03:53] Hip Hinge and Leverage
[10:04] Exit Velocity and Launch Angle
[16:58] Identifying Hitting Flaws
[19:15] Approach and Plan
[21:35] Preparation Routines
[28:34] Developing Hitting Skills
[36:50] Analogies for Hitting
[39:15] Benefits of Training Tools
Mike Brumley Website: https://brumbands.com/
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Top MLB Hitters Fly To See Him | Mike Brumley | (Part 1)
In this episode, Patrick Jones interviews Mike Brumley, a seasoned baseball coach with a rich 40-year career. Brumley shares his expertise in coaching hitters at various levels, from high school to the majors. They discuss the emotional aspects of hitting, the transition challenges for high school players, and the mental approach to the game. Brumley introduces a grading system for at-bats and emphasizes strategic game planning. He also offers unconventional insights into hitting mechanics, stressing stability and leverage over hip rotation, and the importance of the thoracic spine. Brumley's perspective challenges traditional coaching methods, advocating adaptability and a progressive mindset.
TIMESTAMPS:
[02:03] Differences in Working with Players
[10:55] Judging At-Bat Success
[18:18] Game Planning
[23:04] Developing a Hitting Philosophy
[25:53] Understanding Pitcher Tendencies
[32:55] Contrarian Views on Hitting Mechanics
[37:30] Rotation and Separation
[38:30] Understanding Hip Rotation
[40:30] Impact of Body Mechanics
Mike Brumley Website: https://brumbands.com/
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Customer Reviews
Great resource for Players Coaches and Parents
Patrick’s intelligent wholistic approach and guests make this podcast invaluable in the understanding and discovery of how to achieve your goals in the game, whether you’re a Player, Parent or Coach.
Great Stuff
One of my go to podcasts when I’m on the road. Great variety of quality content.
Levelheaded
Patrick Jones produces consistently high-quality content. As a baseball dad with minimal personal experience, I find this podcast an essential part of my ongoing baseball education. Thank you, Sir!
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