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Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast

The world of training pitchers and baseball players has changed dramatically in the last 5 years. From advances in technology to developments in strength training, developing today"s players is a whole new ball game. In this podcast, we hope to bring you the latest, from player development to strength training to recruiting and scouting. We are going to cover a broad range of topics with one purpose in mind, bringing you useful information. Join Nunzio Signore, owner of RPP baseball, as he

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37:16

Maintaining Excellence Year In and Year Out with...

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2023/02/03

Today's guest is University of Virginia (UVA) pitching coach Drew Dickinson. Very excited about this podcast, as Drew brings a wealth of knowledge to the table from one of the strongest and most consistent programs in the country. Topics Include:Ideal off-season throwing programsBig mistakes high school pitchers make in prepping for college ballManaging in-game stressThe upcoming 2023 season is Drew's fourth year as UVA's pitching coach. During the first three seasons, the Cavalier

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40:59

Reverse Engineering Pitcher Development with Wake...

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2023/01/27

My guest today is Corey Muscara, Pitching Coach at Wake Forest University. Corey has been a long-time friend and always a great conversation. Today's topics include:Creating a winning environmentWhat's non-negotiables for pitchers on day 1Building out your systemsCreating routinesReverse engineering pitcher developmentI have known Corey for almost as long as RPP Baseball has been in existence and I can tell you that he knows the art of pitching as well as anyone with an uncanny way of

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49:25

Assessing and Training Power with Proteus Motion CEO...

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2023/01/20

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36:54

Baseball Movement Flow with Dr. Ismael Gallo

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2023/01/12

My guest today is former professional baseball player and Dr. of Physical of Therapy Ismael Gallo. We’re going to discuss how to maximize baseball specific movements through a “problem solving” system of exercises created by Dr. Gallo himself. This one’s a real eye opener and something that can be done at home without any equipment. The whole podcast is a great discussion on the body as it relates to ball players.Dr. Gallo's background is unorthodox to say the least, which is what makes him

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38:26

Transition from College to Pro Ball and Back with...

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2023/01/07

My guest today on the podcast is Sean McGrath, who recently joined the University of Iowa baseball program as pitching coach and player development analyst. I have known Sean for nearly 10 years, and I can say that he is as forward thinking a coach as there is. He is a student of the game, who is always looking to expand his knowledge and grow as a person and a coach.Prior to Iowa, he was the pitching coach for the Seattle Mariners Double-A affiliate the Arkansas Travelers, where his staff put

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43:33

Power of Positive Thinking With Georgia Gwinnett’s...

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2022/12/30

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45:11

Recognizing the Qualities of a Great Prospect with...

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2022/12/23

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Highlights from The Bridge Seminar at Wake Forest...

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2022/12/18

This one is coming to you live from The Bridge Seminar at Wake Forest University, where I presented this weekend. In today’s podcast I’ll be summarizing many (not all) of the great presenters at this year’s player development seminar. It was a blast speaking with, as well as listening and learning from some of, the best in the business of baseball player development. Topics include:Creating sustainable systems – Jake McKinley (Head Coach, University of Nevada)Assessing and unlocking the athlete –

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39:11

Applying Data to Player Development with Wake...

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2022/12/10

Today's podcast is with Mike McFerran, Director of Player Development for the Wake Forest Baseball program and Coordinator of the Wake Forest Pitching Lab. Join us as we discuss a variety of topics, including:Marker vs marker-less mocap systemsThe pipeline from data testing to actual trainingInterpretation vs. misinterpretation when using dataDeciding when a mechanical issue is a mobility problemMike joined Wake Forest in 2021, to provide a bridge a bridge between the Pitching Lab and Wake

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41:02

Going Deep into Pitch Development with SF Giants...

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2022/12/02

Today's podcast is with Brian Bannister, Director of Pitching for the San Francisco Giants. Join us as we discuss a variety of topics including:Developing pitchers in the minor leaguesGroup think and baseballShort Strengthening Cycle (SSC) and training pitchersMuscle guys vs. tendon guysWhat’s on the horizon for pitcher development and trainingBrian played college baseball as a walk-on for USC, where he helped the Trojans to 2 College World Series in 2000 and 2001. He was selected by the Mets

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29:22

How to Maximize Your Off-season Training w/ Nunzio...

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2022/11/25

I’ll be flying solo this holiday weekend, covering some of the questions I receive from the audience on the off-season “to-do” list. Off-season is a great time to address a variety of topics that you should deal with to improve in-season performance. Topics will include:Strength trainingPeriodizationCuff workActive recovery vs. a complete shutdownSequencingWhat not to do!What you should do!Re-Mapping for efficient mechanicsHope you enjoy this week’s podcast and have a great holiday weekend!! Ready

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42:03

Discussing Pitching Mechanics and Lantz-isms with...

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2022/11/19

In today’s podcast we are sitting down and talking pitching mechanics with Lantz Wheeler. Lantz is the Founder and CEO of the Baseball Think Tank, the inventor of the Core Velocity Belt, and owner and operator of the nationally renowned annual Pitch-a-Palooza conference. And he is definitely no stranger to coaching pitchers.I have known Lantz for many years, and I have been really looking forward to this Podcast. I can tell you listening to Lantz is always highly educational and definitely

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38:40

Moving Up the Ranks from College to Pro Ball with Red...

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2022/11/11

Today’s podcast is with Red Sox pitching coach Brett Merritt. Brett has coached college baseball for over a decade at pretty much all levels of the game, from JUCO to Division 1, prior to joining the professional ranks with the Red Sox in 2020 as the Salem Red Sox pitching coach.Today, Brett talks about all of the “knowledge bombs” that have dropped on him since working his way up the ranks from college to his job with the Red Sox organization, as well as integrating different systems in pro ball

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38:33

Taking a Deep Dive into Recruiting with Patrick Jones

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2022/11/04

Today, we’re discussing the recruiting process with Patrick Jones of Patrick Jones Baseball. Patrick is a graduate of Xavier University where he played baseball. He is also a former hitting coach with the Baltimore Orioles. If you've ever listened to one of his podcasts, you'd know that his passion for the game is bar none and today's discussion on recruiting is no different.Today’s topics include the trends in college recruiting, how to find the right fit, what the portal means for

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Improving On-Plane Efficiency with RPP Director of...

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2022/10/21

Today's podcast is with RPP Director of Hitting Andrew Pezzuto. Andrew's coaching career goes back to the 2014-2015 when he became a graduate assistant coach at Franklin Pierce University. He has also coached at Shippensburg, Northern Illinois University, Iona College and most recently at Marist college where he was the Hitting Coach / Recruiting Coordinator from 2020-2021.He is a Hastings-on-Hudson, New York native, and a graduate from SUNY Cortland in 2012 with a bachelor’s degree in

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28:32

Developing Better Command with RPP Pitching...

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2022/10/12

Today’s podcast is with RPP Pitching Coordinator Alex Kubera on the topic of developing command. In the age of velocity, command sometimes takes a back seat. However, the reality is velocity may get you the look, but command gets you time on the mound. If you can’t “control” the pitch, you won’t be throwing strikes or seeing much playing time. And if you can’t “command” it, then it will be harder to the wins against high level players. Join us as we discuss a variety of great topics related to

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Optimizing the Mental Game with Alan Jaeger

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2022/10/07

Alan Jaeger is the founding partner of Los Angeles-based Jaeger Sports, where some of the most talented baseball players in America go to improve their game. He is most famous for his trademark J-bands, used for conditioning the arm. But his influence on the game far transcends the bands that bear his name.He has been a steady voice in promoting many topics, including extended long-toss, throwing programs and proper recovery and conditioning for the arm. He also has a Zen-like approach to the mental

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Working with High Level Throwers with Blue Jays...

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2022/09/30

Today’s podcast is with the Toronto Blue Jays Pitching and Development Coordinator Cory Popham. Cory has been with the Blue Jays since January 2019 in various capacities as a pitching coach. Previously he was the pitching coach at Post University from 2017–2019 as well as serving as a business analyst at Driveline Baseball in 2016.I have known Cory for several years and I have to say he's always been at the cutting edge. He is a great friend and today we’ll be tackling issues such as breaking

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Creating Positive Change with Rutgers Pitching Coach...

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2022/09/23

My guest today is Brendan Monaghan, Pitching Coach / Recruiting Coordinator at Rutgers University. He recently completed his 4th and historic season with the Scarlet Knights. This past spring, Rutgers pitchers played a crucial role in setting a program record with 44 wins in 2022. Overall team ERA went from 5.00 in 2021 to 4.22, which was the second-best mark in the Big Ten and 35th in the country.Previously, Monaghan spent three seasons as the pitching coach and recruiting coordinator at Bryant

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Understanding and Using Motion Capture with Dr....

Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast ·

2022/09/16

My guest today is Dr. Kristen Nicholson from Wake Forest University, where she has been the Director of the renowned Wake Forest Pitching Lab since October 2018 as the head of biomechanics research.Dr. Nicholson is also currently an Assistant Professor in Orthopedic Surgery at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist in Winston-Salem, North Carolina as well as the President of the Baseball Biomechanics Association.In today's podcast, we’ll talk about the value of motion capture in not only uncovering

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