Dan Blewett interviews some of the best baseball minds in the college and pro game to learn what they did to get to the top, and what they learned along the way. If you want to hear the deeper side of baseball, stick around and listen in.
In this episode, you're getting another a sample chapter of my new book, Clean Your Cleats: Advice on Baseball and Life for … EP112 – Coaches – Chapter 27 from Clean Your Cleats Read More »
In this episode, you're getting another a sample chapter of my new book, Clean Your Cleats: Advice on Baseball and Life for … EP111 – Baseball is a Trap – Chapter 2 from Clean Your Cleats Read More »
In this episode, listen to a sample chapter of my new book, Clean Your Cleats: Advice on Baseball and Life for Ballplayers. … EP110 – Slowing the Game Down – Chapter from Clean Your Cleats, My New Book Read More »
Dear Baseball Gods will be on pause for a few months – Dan explains why in this episode and what to expect. … EP109 – Odds of Making it to the Majors; Why the Show is Going on a Break Read More »
In this episode, Dan discusses reasons on whether throwing a football is beneficial for pitchers. Dan also gives helpful suggestions on equipment … EP108 – Is Throwing a Football Good for Pitchers? Plus Home Gym Tips Read More »
In this episode, Dan discusses BABIP (batting average on balls in play) and the importance of understanding what BABIP is especially for … EP107 – BABIP (Batting Average on Balls in Play) Plus Is Bunting Good or Bad? Read More »
In this episode, Dan gives a rundown of run expectancy in baseball, along with different scenarios on how run expectancy plays out … EP106 – Run Expectancy Plus Nutrition for Middle Schoolers Read More »
In this episode, Dan discusses pitching velocity ranges and peaks and how they interact with each other. Dan then talks through the … EP105 – Pitching Velocity Ranges and Peaks; Offseason Weekly Throwing; Plus, Knowing Who You Are as a Player Read More »
Is core training overrated? Dan discusses what core training does and doesn’t do for an athlete. Also in this episode, Dan talks … EP104 – Is Core Training Overrated? Plus, Garbage Time in the Weight Room Read More »
Having trouble locating a pitch? Dan gives helpful tips on how to locate each pitch. Also in this episode, Dan discusses which … EP103 – What to do When You Can’t Locate a Pitch; Plus, What Type of Cleats are Best? Read More »
Is a knuckle-curveball different than a regular curve? And, what does hiding the ball mean for pitchers? Should they try to do … EP102 – What Does Hiding the Ball Mean for Pitchers? And, Is a Knuckle Curve Different? Read More »
Some coaches claim that sleep is critical to recovery. Sure – this is true, and everyone needs sleep. But is it actually … EP101 – Is Sleep Important For Performance? Plus, Is MLB Baseball Boring Now? Read More »
In this landmark 100th episode, Dan reflects on some of the important things he’s learned in the 3 years that have passed … EP100 – It’s Been One Hundred Episodes – What Have I Learned Since Then? Read More »
Are short and longterm goals really that important? Is distance running useful for pitchers? Or is it the devil? And, what should … EP99 – How Important Is Launch Angle? Distance Running & Are Goals Actually Useful? Read More »
Should pitchers throw year round in baseball? How should they plan their workload? And, does having small hands prevent a pitcher from … EP98 – Year Round Throwing Do’s and Don’ts; Does Hand Size Matter in Throwing a Changeup? Plus: Pick Offs Read More »
If a young pitcher has command but is way below average on velocity, is that at least a bit of solace? Is … EP97 – Velo or Command for Young Players? Journaling & Yoga for Baseball Players Read More »
Learn strategies to pitch with runners on 3rd base – the bases loaded, 2nd & 3rd, and runner on 3rd only. Then, … EP96 – How to Pitch with Runners on 3rd; How to Bounce Back After a Bad Start; Is a Slider Bad for Your Arm? Read More »
What’s the right arm slot for a pitcher, and what should be considered in adjusting arm slot? Plus, is it good to … EP95 – Proper Arm Slot For Pitchers, Yelling Instructions to Players & Can Youth Players Throw a Knuckleball? Read More »
Whats the best pitching repertoire for a high-spin fastball pitcher? Should he add a sinker, slider or curveball? What’s best? Dan also … EP94 – Best Pitching Repertoire – Dos and Donts; 80%Rule; Is it Okay to Show Emotion on the Field? Read More »
How fast do ballplayers develop? Is baseball skill related more to absolute skill? Or size and strength PLUS a requisite amount of … EP93 – Developmental Age of Ballplayers; Wearing Your Cap Backwards; Can Baseball Players Be…Fat? Read More »
Does a pitching leg kick increase velocity? Do higher leg kicks = faster fastballs or better mechanics? Dan also talks through the … EP92 – Does a Pitching Leg Kick Increase Velocity? What to Throw in a 3-2 Count, and How NOT to Pitch Injured Read More »
In episode 91, Dan discusses what parents should look for in a strength coach via the exercises they prescribe in a training … EP91 – Safe Strength Exercises & Optimal Bullpen Length for Pitchers Read More »
In this episode Dan discusses whether youth pitchers should vary their leg kick timing to disrupt hitters – is it good or … EP90 – Should You Take a Baseball Gap Year? Is Gatorade Bad for You and Should Pitchers Vary Leg Kick Timing? Read More »
The principle of charity is about giving the benefit of the doubt to someone in an argument or claim. In coaching, often … EP89 – Principle of Charity Toward Coaches; Umpires Are Just Bad Hops; Mass = Gas? Read More »
In this episode, we discuss the separation between parents and their players in the dugout. Some coaches recently were arguing on twitter … EP88 Parents Giving Their Kid a Gatorade in the Dugout? Is It a Big Deal? Read More »
To submit a question for the Q&A segment, email a voice recording to Dan at hello@danblewett.com. Want to support the show? Buy a … EP87 Finding the Right Pitch Mix; Being a Good Teammate on the Bench; Why Pitching to the Corners is Bad Strategy Read More »
Are olympic lifts good for baseball players–are they worth the risks? Should players swing at the first pitch of an at-bat? What … EP86 Olympic Lifts for Baseball, Swinging at the First Pitch & Lifting After Baseball Read More »
Diamondbabble: when baseball coaches describe things in overly complicated ways. Why is the game overflowing with it? In this episode, Dan reads … EP85 What Is Diamondbabble? First-pitch tactics and Should Pitchers Throw Two Breaking Balls? Read More »
I recently wrote and shared An Open Letter to Young White Athletes. This was what I’d say to a kid about what’s … EP84 – “Stick to Coaching” Read More »
Baseball season arrived, then quit on us. But, this is a bigger heartbreak and a more confusing time than some parents may … EP83 – Why We Actually Miss Baseball and What To Do About It Read More »
In this talk in a USA Baseball sponsored coaches’ clinic in Illinois, I discussed 10 mental training do’s and don’ts. Mental skills … EP81 – My Recent Mental Skills Speech Read More »
In this episode, I discuss why I’m selling my academy, moving on, and all the things I THINK I’ll be doing with … EP80 – WHAT THE HECK AM I DOING WITH MY LIFE. Read More »
Listen in as Dan Blewett shares chapter twelve from Dear Baseball Gods: A Memoir. This chapter details news he received about his … EP79 – Chapter 12 From Dear Baseball Gods: A Memoir Read More »
Listen in as Dan Blewett shares chapter one from Dear Baseball Gods: A Memoir, his book on his baseball career, his battle … EP78 – Sample Chapter from Dear Baseball Gods the Book Read More »
Dave Fischer, pitching coach and mental skills coach from the University of Rhode Island, joined me on the show to share his … EP77 – Mental Skills for Pitching with Dave Fischer Read More »
Ryan Faer, the Cleveland Indians’ minor league strength coordinator, joined me to talk about how he landed his job as a coach … EP76 – Ryan Faer Talks Mental Health & Strength Training in Pro Baseball Read More »
Ty Blankmeyer joined me on the show to talk about his playing career at St. John’s University, his time in the Minor … EP75 – Ty Blankmeyer, Milwaukee Brewers Area Scout Read More »
Jimmy Gonzalez, Manager of the Chicago Cubs’ High-A team, the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, joined me to talk about his 14 years as … EP74 – Cubs’ High-A Manager, Jimmy Gonzalez Read More »
My Book, Dear Baseball Gods, is going to be released on April 15, 2019 and it was two years in the writing, … EP73 – The Story Behind Dear Baseball Gods the Book Read More »
Steve Marino got told no at dozens of tryouts and pro workouts. But, he kept going until one day…there was a yes. … EP72 – Steve Marino Refused to Give Up Read More »
Morgan Depew, assistant with the University of Jacksonville in Florida, joined me to talk about his journey from former Warbird trainee, to … EP71 – College Recruiting with Morgan Depew Read More »
Ethan Guevin of http://www.KeepPlayingBaseball.org joined me to talk about baseball recruiting, and give some practicing recruiting tips and advice to players and … EP70 – College Baseball Recruiting with Ethan Guevin, Recruiting Expert Read More »
Ryan Copeland–associate head coach at the University of Illinois Springfield–came on the show to talk about how he uses technology to build … EP69 – Ryan Copeland on D2 Baseball, Pitching & 47-Win Seasons Read More »
Pete Maki, current Minnesota Twins minor league pitching coordinator and former D-1 pitching coach from Duke and Columbia University, joined me on … EP68 – Pete Maki, Twins Pitching Coordinator Read More »
In this episode of Dear Baseball Gods, Dave shared stories of players and coaches from his minor league days, his time as a Cleveland Indians minor league rehab pitching coordinator, and his decade+ of experience with ESPN. You'll hear how he helps Alex Rodriguez and Jessica Mendoza prep for their broadcast, his views on pitcher arm path and his assessment of Joe Kelly, and much more. GREAT talk about tons of different topics in baseball.
Pitching Coach Josh MacDonald joins me on the show to talk about pitching, recruiting, and his unique role as a lifelong UConn … EP66 – Josh MacDonald of UConn Baseball Read More »
How can we create the perfect warmups for baseball? Should a 10U softball team take 90 minutes before a game to warm … EP65 – Why Warmups Are Getting Out of Control Read More »
Jeff Bajenaru–the Arizona Diamondbacks’ Triple-A pitching coach–joined me to talk about his pretty amazing journey in baseball. From being told he’s never … EP64 – Jeff Bajenaru: Stories From a Triple-A Pitching Coach and MLB Pitcher Read More »
What is it like to be a D1 baseball player? Coach Kevin Vance, pitching coach at the University of Rhode Island, joins … EP63 – Kevin Vance: What Life as a D1 Baseball Player is Like Read More »
Shaun Cole, former pitching coach of the year in 2012 and current pitching coach for Eastern Kentucky University, joined me to talk … EP62 – Shaun Cole, 2012 National Pitching Coach of the Year Read More »
In this episode, I discuss some of the complexities of baseball that either go unnoticed or misunderstood by the ordinary baseball fan. … EP61 – What The Baseball Fan May Not Realize Read More »
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