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The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast

Jim Tarabocchia

Renowned Hitting Instructor Jake Epstein has been coaching amateur, collegiate, and professional hitters for the past 20 years. Epstein currently serves as a Hitting Consultant for the Milwaukee Brewers and owns his own facility in College Station, TX. Based off the hitting teachings passed down to his father Mike from the legendary Ted Williams, Jake combines old school principals with new-age data to help hitters reach their highest potentials. Join Host Jim Tarabocchia and Jake every Monday at

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00:59:19

First 100 Plate Appearances

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/05/17

In Episode 55 of The Lab, Jim and Jake discuss how a player can succeed in their first 100 plate appearances in the beginning of the season. Plus, the gentlemen talk a little college baseball, Corbin Burns, and wrestling. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, LOG ON TO THE LAB-EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE. Episode Notes: 4:00 – Kumar Rocker’s stock 7:00 – Get good at throwing and catching 9:00 – Mizzou vs. Miss. St. 22:00 – Mike Trout’s launch angle in 2021 28:00 – Corbin Burns’ latest

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01:00:49

Mechanical Breakdown Series, Volume 10: Bo Bichette...

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/05/10

Time for another edition of The Lab’s Mechanical Breakdown Series! This week, the guys discuss and break down the swing of one of the brightest young Shortstops in the game- Bo Bichette. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, LOG ON TO THE LAB-EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE. Episode Notes: 1:00 – What’s bugging Jim? 2:00 – Deadball Era part two? 7:00 – Jim’s scouting analysis of Bo Bichette 10:00 – Reaction to Chili Davis’ firing 13:00 – Ep’s analytical approach 22:00 – Guys thoughts on

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00:58:34

Overcoming Slow Starts

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/05/03

Jim and Jake return for another edition of the best baseball/hitting podcast on the planet. This week, the guys touch on a variety of topics including, but not limited too, overcoming slow starts, Aaron Judge’s swing adjustments, tee vs. front toss, and if the guys believe in soulmates. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, LOG ON TO THE LAB-EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE. Episode Notes: 1:00 – MLB’s League BA + Slow Starts 8:00 – Aaron Judge’s Swing Adjustments 20:00 – Hitters missing good

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01:14:44

Overrated/Underrated

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/04/26

Jim and Jake are back for another episode, and this week the guys do their first ever Overrated/Underrated show through a variety of topics. Plus, the guys can’t get enough of Fernando Tatis Jr., and delve into Kris Bryant’s fast start. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, LOG ON TO THE LAB-EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE. Episode Notes: 3:00 – The talent of Fernando Tatis Jr. 11:00 – Moving the mound back 19:00 – Slow starts and complacency 29:00 – Jim thinks Troy Aikman rocks 33:00 – Kris

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00:59:03

Being a Coachable Hitter/Player

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/04/19

The guys go into everything pertaining to coachable players. Plus, Jim and Jake discuss Bo Bichette’s bat-to-ball skills, the strikeouts number rising in Major League Baseball, and Yermin Mercedes load. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, LOG ON TO THE LAB-EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE. Episode Notes: 3:00 – Bo Bichette’s Bat-to-ball skills 8:00 – Possibility of the mound moving back 15:00 – Strikeout numbers exploding 21:00 – Yermin Mercedes load 25:00 – Jim sucks at playing the

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01:12:59

Creating Opportunities

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/04/12

It’s the first episode with a full visual element on YouTube, and in Episode 50, Jim and Jake discuss how players can create opportunities for themselves to push their careers forward. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, LOG ON TO THE LAB-EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE. Episode Notes: 3:00 – How young players, parents, and fans can watch a game from a strategic standpoint 7:00 – Former players as coaches 11:00 – Early season adjustments 13:00 – Efficient offensive innings 20:00 – Tapered

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00:51:15

Mechanical Breakdown Series, Volume Nine: Peter...

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/04/05

One episode away from number 50, and Jim and Jake break down the swing of New York Mets First Baseman Peter Alonso. Episode Notes: 2:00 – Guys discussing Jack Leiter and Kumar Rocker’s “comps” 5:00 – Thoughts on the opening weekend of baseball 15:00 – Peter Alonso’s career overview 27:00 – Alonso’s Swing Breakdown Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google | Spotify | TuneIn | Soundcloud | YouTube Subscribe to the show’s YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com Twitter/Instagram: @Jimtara,

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01:06:45

"Success is How High You Bounce After you Hit Bottom"

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/03/29

With the 2021 major league season upon us, Jim and Jake discuss how players from high school to the majors can prepare and succeed in having a bounce back offensive year. Episode Notes: 2:00 – Guys take on Jake Leiter 7:00 – How commentators should approach talking about exit velocity in broadcasts 17:00 – Listener question 21:00 – How professional players can succeed in having a bounce back year 28:00 – The winter preparation in bouncing back 41:00 – How college players can have a bounce back

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01:07:58

If it were easy, they'd call it Baseball

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/03/22

The guys shift over to the softball side and discuss the makings and traits of how to become a great division softball player. Episode Notes: 4:00 – Looking at the career of Nick Markakis 13:00 – A listener’s follow up question 29:00 – Discussing traits of what makes a great softball hitter 41:00 – The common drive all great softball hitters possess 45:00 – Commonality of the greatest Division One softball hitters of all-time 52:00 – How younger players can measure in helping their daughters play

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01:16:26

The Little HitTrax That Could

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/03/15

In episode 46, Jim and Jake discuss the affect HitTrax has had among the player development community in baseball. Plus, Juan Soto – next Ted Williams?, and how hitters can find a stance that works for them. Episode Notes: 3:00 – How a hitter finds a stance that works for them 10:00 – Bryce Harper on analytics, and exit velocity 15:00 – Is Juan Soto trending to be the next Ted Williams? 23:00 – Discussion of recent rule chances at the professional level 38:00 – Listener question 47:00 – How HitTrax

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01:10:21

Hitting Malpractice

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/03/08

Jim and Jake dissect the myths about hitting that are currently on the market. Plus, the guys discuss Manny Ramirez’s leg kick, Whataburger vs. Steak and Shake, and touch on some college softball. Episode Notes: 2:00 – Manny Ramirez leg kick 10:00 – College softball talk 14:00 – Will any player ever break Joe Dimaggio’s hit streak of 62 games? 24:00 – Throwing the barrel at the ball 33:00 – Step where the pitch is 34:00 – Get the foot down early 39:00 – Leg kick discussion 50:00 – Swinging

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01:11:59

Mechanical Breakdown Series, Volume Eight: Manny...

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/03/01

The guys circle back to their Mechanical Breakdown Series, and discuss the swing of one of the greats – Manny Ramirez…To follow along with the video breakdown, log on to the Epstein Hitting Facebook and YouTube page. Episode Notes: 9:00 – Jim takes the Ivy League to task 13:00 – How to select the right hitting coach 30:00 – Manny Ramirez swing breakdown 109:00 – Big show announcement Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google | Spotify | TuneIn | Soundcloud | YouTube Subscribe to the show’s

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01:07:33

The Makings of a Great College Hitter

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/02/22

With college baseball starting back up, Jim and Jake discuss what makes a successful college baseball hitter in 2021. Episode Notes: 2:00 – David Ortiz take on today’s game and how it’s played 21:00 – An interesting aspect of Manny Ramirez’s game 28:00 – What makes a great college baseball hitter in 2021 36:00 – The differences Jake sees in hitters from different conferences 41:00 – Approaches to take as a coach with freshman 50:00 – How players can work on their own during winter break 54:00 – How

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01:04:00

Spring Training Chit Chat

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/02/15

In episode 42 of The Lab, Jim and Jake chat about Spring Training for hitters; how ST has changed over the years, different approaches for different hitters in ST scenarios, and Jake shares a story of an experience when he was in ST with the Angels organization. Episode Notes: 3:00 – Jim’s opinion on Tom Brady’s success in his 40s 9:00 – Value of hitters warming up with a tire 11:00 – Are gap-to-gap hitters more fundamentally sound than power hitters? 21:00 – How Spring Training has changed and

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00:54:32

Types of Hitters - Part Two: Power Hitters

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/02/09

Jim and Jake continue with part two of their types of hitters series and discuss the makings of successful power hitters. Plus, the guys discuss Trevor Bauer’s new contract, and reflect on the career of Dustin Pedroia. Episode Notes: 1:30 – Bauer’s new contract 14:00 – Looking back on Dustin Pedroia’s career 24:00 – Are power hitters born or developed over time? 32:00 – What is Raw Power? 40:00 – What attributes gives a player power? 48:00 – Approach for power hitters Subscribe and like the show-

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01:15:06

Types of Hitters - Part One: Gap-to-Gap

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/02/01

Jim and Jake are back for Episode 40 of The Lab. On this episode, the guys dive into the ins and outs of the makings of successful gap-to-gap hitters. Episode Notes: 1:30 – Assessing the Nolan Arenado trade 7:00 – Hall of Fame discussion 27:00 – Establishing a gap-to-gap hitter 36:00 – Hitters having more power based off genetics 44:00 – Gap-to-gap hitters and their bat-to-ball skills 53:00 – Barrel control in gap-to-gap hitters 59:00 – How the shift affects gap-to-gap hitters 105:00 – Listener

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01:11:05

Mechanical Breakdown Series, Volume Seven: DJ...

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/01/25

Jim and Jake dissect the swing of one of the most underrated top gap-to-gap hitters in the league-DJ LeMahieu! Episode Notes: 2:00 – Hank Aaron 10:00 – How the front shoulder in the load relates to swing plane 16:00 – Derek Jeter’s hit grade in high school 24:00 – How Jake projects hitter’s futures 32:00 – LaMahieu’s new contract and career overview 41:00 – LeMahieu’s swing breakdown 106:00 – Projecting the rest of LeMahieu’s career Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google | Spotify | TuneIn |

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01:08:34

Off-season Hitter Meetings

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/01/18

Jim and Jake are back for a brand new episode of The Lab, and breakdown off-season hitter meetings at every level that lead to in-season success! Episode Notes: 5:00 – MLB Division naming rights 9:00 – 2021 Extra-Inning and doubleheader rules 13:00 – Reggie Jackson’s approach to hitting 16:00 – Gaining the psychological advantage as a hitter 20:00 – Listener question 35:00 – Feedback and communication between a hitter and instructor 36:00 – Professional off-season meetings 46:00 – Meetings with

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00:58:57

Wood vs. Aluminum Bats

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/01/11

Jim and Jake break into a discussion about wood and aluminum bats and how they’ve evolved to versions being used in the current landscape of the game. The guys also reflect on the impact that Tommy Lasorda had on the game, and much more! Episode Notes: 2:00 – Brief discussion of the legacy of Tommy Lasorda 13:00 – Advantages one gains when earning success later in life 23:00 – Listener questions 35:00 – How the physical changes in aluminum bats have changed the way of training hitters 40:00 –

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00:51:39

Player Development Series - Volume Seven: K-Vest...

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2021/01/04

Jim and Jake discuss K-Vest and the impact it has on today’s generation of hitters as they train to reach peak performance. Episode Notes: 7:00 – Major leaguer’s “feel vs. real” 16:00 – Proper New Year’s resolutions for players 20:00 – How a player can understand their swing/movement more succinctly with K-Vest data 27:00 – Using K-Vest when struggling 32:00 – Would Ted Williams have used K-Vest? 38:00 – How Jake develops training plans for hitters with K-Vest data taken into account Subscribe and

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