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. 00:00 Introduction to Training 2.0 02:30 The Importance of Test Retest Methodology 06:46 Innovations i...
Nov 13, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 56
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. This conversation delves into the intricacies of the return to throw process for athletes recoveri...
Nov 07, 2024•52 min•Ep. 55
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 importance of physical preparation, skill development, and the need for versatility. The conversation...
Nov 02, 2024•52 min•Ep. 54
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, biomechanics, and long-term development strategies. They also address the challenges faced in youth baseball...
Oct 05, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 53
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 utilizing technology to create game-representative training environments with special attention paid...
Sep 21, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 52
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 how they can inform training and development strategies for athletes of all levels. The discussion al...
Sep 14, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 51
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 Extending Players' Careers 25:29 Pushing the Boundaries of Hitting Development
Sep 10, 2024•43 min•Ep. 50
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 Markerless Motion Capture vs. Video Analysis 06:25 The Evolution of Markerless Usage at Driveline Baseball 07...
Sep 07, 2024•58 min•Ep. 49
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 23:24 Utilizing Technology for Training 34:27 The Changing Landscape of College Scholarships 39:05 The...
Aug 27, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 48
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 Not Executing Their Workouts Properly 13:00 What You'll See in a Smart Report 21:50 Athletes Understan...
Aug 16, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 47
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 Development 16:28 The Limitations of Gross Video Analysis 25:18 The Changing Landscape of Baseball 37:04 The Im...
Aug 05, 2024•43 min
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
Jul 29, 2024•1 hr 8 min
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
Jul 18, 2024•29 min
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.
Jul 15, 2024•51 min
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.
Jun 11, 2024•55 min
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.
Oct 11, 2019•27 min
Deven Morgan and Michael O'Connell are back to talk about youth specialization! Also Max and Max Continue there discussion on Driveline Hitting!
Oct 04, 2019•23 min•Ep. 40
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
Sep 27, 2019•50 min
Mike, Deven Morgan and Michael O'Connell break down the tough decision of letting youth athletes play multiple sports. How do you as a parent approach this complicated issue? How has Driveline evolved its hitting program over the last few months. Mike sits down with hitting coordinators Max Dutto and Max Gordon to break down the changes
Sep 20, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 38
What does a scout look like in the future? Mike and Kyle breakdown the future of scouting at the professional level and what scouts need to focus on to better themselves. What is DrivelineEDGE? We explain the reasoning behind building our brand new DrivelineEDGE webtool and how it helps coaches and athletes better understand pitching metrics.
Sep 13, 2019•43 min•Ep. 37
Kyle and Mike discuss the impending changes coming to the 2020 off-season across the professional level. How Valuable is it to have a player adopting and embracing the changes to the game?
Sep 06, 2019•51 min•Ep. 36
Part 2 of our interview with former MLB reliever Daniel Moskos. Mike and Kyle Breakdown our first and upcoming coaches certifications
Aug 30, 2019•53 min•Ep. 35
It's part one of an interview with former Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Daniel Moskos. From High school to Clemson to being drafted in the first round, this current Driveline throwing trainer shares his fascinating baseball journey
Aug 23, 2019•45 min•Ep. 34
Rapsodo 2.0 validation with Kyle and Mike plus pitch design with Bill Hezel and Rob Hill
Aug 16, 2019•51 min•Ep. 33
Kyle and Mike talk about the blockbuster Zach Greinke trade, and Mike talks new pitching programming and drills with pitching coordinators Bill Hezel and Rob Hill. Plus part 2 of Driveline’s youth development programs with Brian Leslie and James Kimerer
Aug 09, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 32
Data driven hitting Part Two- The conversation continues with Max Gordon, Max Dutto and Mike Rathwell. We let the kids play! Driveline Youth Development coaches James Kimerer and Brian Leslie discuss in depth, the importance of youth physical fitness, training, hitting and throwing while also having fun!
Aug 02, 2019•52 min•Ep. 31
The real value of The MLB Thirtysomething players and the ongoing data driven hitting training breakthroughs and new tools from Max Gordon and Max Dutto!
Jul 26, 2019•57 min•Ep. 30
It’s the Triple Crown! Mike Rathwell Talks hitting assessment changes and Block vs Randomized training with the M and M’s! Max Gordon and Max Dutto.
Jul 19, 2019•49 min•Ep. 29
Former Driveline Head of Player Development and now New York Yankees director of pitching Sam Briend takes a deep dive into the constant and complex evolution of pitching assessments.
Jul 12, 2019•48 min•Ep. 28
Let the kids play! It’s all about youth baseball with Mike Rathwell and Deven Morgan, coach and youth baseball expert at Driveline Baseball.
Jul 05, 2019•57 min•Ep. 27
