Pitching Drills and Mechanics
Opinions vary widely when the topic of icing after games comes up. Most amateur baseball players witness pitchers at the major league level icing after a game. Their thoughts go something like this, “if icing is done at the major league level that means all pitchers should ice after games.” Some people claim that icing …
This drill focuses on the proper alignment and positioning at the pitcher’s balance point. The balance beam will challenge the athlete to maintain balance over the balls of his feet. However, the drill can also be done on flat-ground depending on comfort level. The balance beam provides instant feedback, since poor balance obviously leads to …
The number one culprit of lost velocity and control in young pitchers is “rushing” . This occurs when the pitcher moves to quickly toward home plate, before his arm is ready to throw. I believe the single biggest factor for increasing the velocity and command of a young pitcher is having them learn to keep …
Toss and Balance – 20x Daily
Out of both the windup and stretch get to a balance point and hold for a count of 3 seconds. Focus on chin over your belt with leg raised at waist level – splitting your body in half. Lead side glove should be closed with elbow directed at the target. …
Knee Drill – 20x
This drill is done to isolate the pitchers upper half and forces throwing out front. To set up get down on your right knee (RHP) with your lead foot aligned towards the catcher and back leg parallel. The pitcher should use a short quick arm stroke with a “C” to an “L” …
Arm Path Drills – 10x per day
A pitcher should use a “C” to an “L” armpath. Lead with the pinkie finger below the waste forming a big letter “C”. Elbow should be above shoulder and hand should be above elbow making the letter “L” with your arm. These should be done with a fast …
About Cal Stanke:
Cal Stanke
Two-time MLB draft pick
Selected by Los Angeles Dodgers in 15th Round (476th overall) of 2007 amateur entry draft (June-Reg) (College)
Selected by Philadelphia Phillies in 44th Round (1311st overall) of 2003 amateur entry draft (June-Reg) did not sign (Highschool)
Played for the Dodgers Affiliate Midland Loons (A) and Ogden Raptors (R)
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