Category Archives: Training Tips

Indians’ Trevor Bauer Shares His “Wacky” Pitching Philosophy, How He Deals with Failure, His Mound Mentality, and More (Video)

Trevor Bauer might just be the most polarizing pitcher in the game today. He long tosses well beyond the length of a football field BEFORE every game he pitches. He never runs poles. He has at least seven pitches he … Continue reading

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How to Prepare for College Baseball: You’ve Signed, Now What?! (Video)

Brought to you by the College Baseball Recruiting Survival Guide. Every November brings the “Early Signing” period where high school baseball prospects have one week to sign with the college baseball program of their choice. Congratulations if you or your son just … Continue reading

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“Do You Have a Balanced Swing?” with Twins’ Prospect Victor Arias (Quick Video)

This article is officially sponsored by Phoenix Bats who make world-class wood bats for amateur and professional ballplayers everywhere. What does it mean to have a balanced swing?  Different baseball people will probably give you different answers, but today we are talking specifically about being in a balanced … Continue reading

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How To Increase Velocity & Arm Strength Through Long Toss with Alan Jaeger (video)

“What do I need to do to increase velocity… improve arm strength… throw harder… hit 90 mph on the gun…?” Those are the questions I frequently get from NLB players / parents / coaches.  Well, today we dive into exactly … Continue reading

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Three Quick Hitting Tips For Recognizing Pitches

This article is officially sponsored by Phoenix Bats who make world-class wood bats for amateur and professional ballplayers everywhere. Recently I had the opportunity to hang out and talk baseball with former Big Leaguer Pablo Ozuna. Pablo played most of his career with the White Sox and retired … Continue reading

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Padres’ Yonder Alonso Reveals His Best Hitting Advice, Challenges of Adjusting to the Next Level and More (video)

This article is officially sponsored by Phoenix Bats who make world-class wood bats for amateur and professional ballplayers everywhere. Next Level Ballplayer is pumped to share this week’s exclusive interview with San Diego Padres’ first basemen Yonder Alonso.  Yonder has established himself as one of the top young … Continue reading

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