Driveline Baseball Podcast

In this episode of the Driveline podcast, Tanner Stokey, Connor White, and Matt Kress discuss the importance of summer training for high school and college baseball players. They emphasize the need for self-evaluation, understanding personal development needs, and the impact of the transfer portal on player opportunities. The conversation highlights the balance between competing in summer ball and...

Welcome to the Driveline R&D Podcast, where we explore the cutting-edge intersection of baseball analytics, player development, and on-field performance. In this milestone 100th episode, the new R&D crew takes over following the departure of the original hosts to MLB organizations. Join Jack Lambert (Baseball Operations Director), Josh Hejka (minor league player with the Phillies and Driveline's l...

In this episode of the Driveline podcast, Tanner Stokey, Elijah Boyer, and Zach Settles discuss the significance of lifting, exercise selection, and targeted skill development, especially for those not actively playing. They emphasize the need for athletes to prioritize their training and make the most of their opportunities to improve, regardless of their current playing status. They discuss the...

In this episode of the Driveline podcast, Mike Rathwell and Director of Hitting Tanner Stokey discuss the integration of data and technology in baseball training, particularly focusing on in-season adjustments for players with the new release of In-Season Smart Reports in the Driveline app. They explore how data can provide actionable insights for players and coaches, enhancing performance and fac...

In this episode of the Driveline podcast, Mike Rathwell and Pitching Trainer Joel Condreay discuss the importance of in-season adjustments for pitchers with our new In-Season Smart Report feature in the Driveline app, focusing on workload monitoring, game tracking, and the significance of accurate data in training. They emphasize the need for pitchers to understand their physical and mental prepar...

In this episode of the Driveline Baseball podcast, Mike Rathwell & Jack Lambert discuss the innovative in-season smart reports designed for college athletes. The conversation covers the mechanics of workload estimation for pitchers, the integration of defense-independent statistics, and the metrics used to evaluate hitting performance. The importance of data analytics in enhancing athlete performa...

In this episode, Director of Hitting Tanner Stokey and former Driveline Hitting Trainer and current Red Sox MiLB Hitting Coach JP Fasone discuss the transition from Driveline to professional baseball with the Red Sox, focusing on training approaches, building player relationships, and setting goals for off-season and in-season development. They explore the challenges of player engagement, long-ter...

Training 2.0 is here! In this episode of the Driveline Baseball podcast, Mike and Kyle breakdown the Training 2.0 system, emphasizing the importance of a consistent and data-driven approach to athlete development. They explore what has made Driveline the industry leader in player development for the past decade plus and highlight the coming innovations that will keep Driveline at the forefront. 00...

In this special episode of the Driveline Baseball Podcast, Dylan Newcomer DPT, Josh Hejka (NYM MiLB Pitcher and Driveline R&D), and Luke Dziados (Throwing Trainer) discuss the rehab and return to throw process. They emphasize the importance of a structured rehabilitation program that focuses on strength restoration, the role of surgery in recovery, and the use of technology to monitor progress. Th...

We're back! In this episode, Kyle and Mike are joined by frequent collaborators Tanner Stokey, the Director of Hitting, and Connor White, the Director of High Performance to discuss the recent changes in college baseball, particularly the implications of the new 34-man roster rule. They explore how these changes affect high school players aspiring to play at the collegiate level, emphasizing the i...

Mike and Kyle are back! Also, joined this week by Director of High Performance, Connor White. This conversation delves into the persistent issue of pitching injuries in baseball, exploring the multifaceted reasons behind them and discussing potential solutions. Mike, Kyle, and Connor emphasize a multimodal approach to injury prevention, highlighting the importance of readiness monitoring, biomecha...

Today's episode of the Driveline Podcast features a collection of Driveline Hitting trainers including Director of Hitting Tanner Stokey and AZ Hitting Trainers Conner Watson and Elijah Boyer. This trio discusses the intricacies of fall training for college and high school players. They share insights on how to optimize player development through effective practice plans, balancing workloads, and...

In this episode, Mike is joined by the Director of High Performance, Connor White. The conversation delves into the significance of jump testing in athletic performance, particularly in baseball. The hosts discuss the various types of jump tests, their applications, and how they relate to overall athleticism and skill. They emphasize the importance of understanding the outputs of these tests and h...

In this special episode of the Driveline Podcast, Dan Winkler, Director of Sales, Tanner Stokey, Director of Hitting, and Connor White, Director of High Performance, sit down and discuss the intricacies of the Driveline Hitting Assessment process. 00:00 Data-Driven Approach to Hitting Mechanics 02:06 Comprehensive Assessment Process 09:44 Individualized Programming Based on Athletic Profile 17:57...

In today's episode, Mike is joined by Director of Pitching Chris Langin and Principal Sports Scientist Kyle Wasserberger to discuss the evolution of biomechanical motion capture technology and use in baseball, including the recent shift towards markerless solutions.  00:00 Introduction to Motion Capture in Baseball Pitching Mechanics 01:07 The Advantages of Markerless Motion Capture 03:04 Markerle...

In today's episode of the podcast, Kyle and Mike discuss the importance of having a long-term outlook on baseball development and the increasing role of technology in helping athletes succeed. They close with an exploration of the challenges and opportunities of working in baseball.   00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:10 Considerations for High School Players 13:03 Taking a Long-Term Perspective...

In today's episode of the podcast, Mike Rathwell is joined by Pitching Coordinator Matt Kress, New York Boulders' pitcher Jackson Sigman, and Binghamton Rumble Ponies' pitcher Josh Hejka. They dive into Driveline's innovative Smart Reports system, discussing how it transforms athlete workload management and improves performance for pitchers. 0:00 Intro 1:43 What is a Smart Report? 5:39 Athletes No...

In today's episode, Kyle and Mike discuss developing starting pitchers, and whether or not video analysis is actually helpful in player development. Then they close with a response to Joe Maddon's criticisms of Driveline in the media.   00:00 Introduction 00:22 The Success of Reliever Conversions 03:15 Challenges of Developing Starting Pitchers 09:29 The Value of Video Analysis in Player Developme...

In today's episode of the Driveline Podcast, CEO Mike Rathwell and Founder Kyle Boddy are joined by Driveline Director of Hitting Tanner Stokey. Topics covered: 00:00 Demystifying the MLB Draft 06:00 Unique Draft Strategies 16:27 Travis Bazzana's Development Journey 38:30 The Potential Impact of an Automated Strike Zone 53:13 Creating a More Engaging Product for Fans

In today's episode of the Driveline Podcast, CEO Mike Rathwell and Founder Kyle Boddy discuss Eno Sarris' recent article, 'How Fast Could a Human Being Throw a Fastball? 106 mph, 110 mph — Even 125 mph?', and the future of player development in baseball with AI. Eno Saris' Article Come train with us

In today's episode of the Driveline Podcast, Founder Kyle Boddy and CEO Mike Rathwell, discuss the upcoming MLB draft, draft prospect and Driveline trainee Travis Bazzana, the changes in college baseball, and much more.

 The podcast is back! Driveline Founder Kyle Boddy, CEO Mike Rathwell, and Director of Hitting Tanner Stokey discuss bat tracking and the future of hitting, our new Trajekt pitching machine, the changing role of starting pitchers in today's game, and more.  

Max and Max are back for the third week in a row discussing bat speed and power. How much does power directly translate into your swing.    

Deven Morgan and Michael O'Connell are back to talk about youth specialization!   Also Max and Max Continue there discussion on Driveline Hitting! 

This week Michael O'Connell and Deven Morgan return to continue their discussion on developing youth athletes and managing workload. Also Part 2 with Max and Max on Driveline Hitting