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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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00:56:33

Overrated/Underrated, Part Four

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2023/03/20

On this week’s episode of The Lab, Jim and Jake explore the overrated and underrated factors of hitting a baseball and softball. Plus, the guys debate leg scissoring in hitting, discuss the World Baseball Classic, and talk about the latest technology surrounding hitting. TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB – EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE SHOW NOTES: 2:00 – Brewers young prospects 5:00 – Reaction to the excitement of the World Baseball Classic 9:00 – Jim’s World Baseball

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00:44:26

Hitters Know Thyselves

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2023/03/13

On this week’s episode of The Lab, Jim and Jake discuss hitters understanding themselves, their strengths and weaknesses, and why having a plan is imperative to successful hitting. TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB – EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE SHOW NOTES: 6:00 – Hitters learning their strengths and weaknesses 25:00 – Pitch clock discussion 35:00 – Listener question 40:00 – Hitting to your strengths Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google | Spotify | TuneIn | Iheart |

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00:45:12

Bat and Hand Path Re-Visited

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2023/02/27

On this week’s episode of The Lab, Jim and Jake re-examine and explain how hitters can generate more success through a proper hand and bat path. TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB – EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE SHOW NOTES: 2:00 – Bat and hand path examined 5:00 – Jeff McNeil’s off-season approach 8:00 – Pitch clock discussion 17:00 – How hitters grow into power 22:00 – Listener question 26:00 – Bat and hand path explained 33:00 – Gaining consistent hand and bat

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00:46:14

Finding a Player's Intangibles

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2023/02/13

On this week’s episode of The Lab, Jim and Jake break down finding intangibles in hitters throughout baseball and softball. TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB – EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE SHOW NOTES: 3:00 – Old baseball concepts recycled 6:00 – Astros 1st rounders since 2011 13:00 – Why hitters miss pitches 21:00 – Mental edge 25:00 – Calmness and complacency 28:00 – Quantifying quality at-bats 35:00 – Recognizing intangibles 41:00 – Mechanical intangibles Subscribe and

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00:40:06

Cassie's Pyramid of Hitting

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2023/02/06

In episode 28 of Cross-Functionality, Jim and Cassie unveil and break down Cassie’s pyramid of hitting that helps take hitters to the next level in their athletic maturation. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, VISIT THE SOFTBALL STRENGTH ACADEMY YOUTUBE PAGE. Episode Notes: 8:00 – Origins of Cassie’s pyramid 11:00 – Plane adaptation 22:00 – Hitter’s mechanical development 27:00 – Hitter’s movement patterns 30:00 – Drills for mechanical development 32:00 – Framework of the pyramid 34:00 –

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00:55:25

Mechanical Breakdown Series - Volume 39: Julio Rodriguez

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2023/01/30

On this week’s episode of The Lab, Jim and Jake dissect the swing of Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez. Plus, the guys give insight on how hitters can approach an 0-1 count, hitters dealing and learning from failure, and Julio Rodriguez hitter comp. TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB – EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE. SHOW NOTES: 2:00 – Rodriguez’s statistical breakdown 5:00 – Rodriguez’s contract value 9:00 – Approach hitters could take in an 0-1 count 16:00 – Jeff

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00:54:08

An Athlete's Guide to Setting Proper Goals

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2023/01/23

On this week’s episode of The Lab, Jim and Jake discuss setting proper goals at hitters and baseball and softball players in general. Plus, the guys debate grilling, talk about how right Jim was in his evaluation of Sal Frelick, and training with intention. TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB – EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE SHOW NOTES: 2:00 – Setting proper goal 3:00 – International hitters 11:00 – Training with intention 15:00 – Simple is easy 18:00 – Tee – good or bad? 26:00

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00:49:57

Blueprint for Hitting with Runners in Scoring Position

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2023/01/16

On this week’s episode of The Lab, Jim and Jake discuss important details of how to hit successfully with runners in scoring position. TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB – EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE SHOW NOTES: 2:00 – Hitting with runners in scoring position overview 6:00 – Teaching progressions 18:00 – Listener question 31:00 -Gameplanning for runners in scoring position 35:00 – Broad approach for hitting with runners in scoring position 41:00 – Two-strikes and runners in

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00:49:43

Examining Bat Speed and Quickness

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2023/01/09

Jim and Jake are back with the first episode of The Lab for 2023. The guys talk about bat speed and bat quickness. What’s the difference? Which is more of a necessity? How does one measure such? Why using the right bat is imperative to bat quickness and speed. Answers to all these questions and more on the first episode of 2023. TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB – EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE SHOW NOTES: 2:00 – Bat speed and quickness 3:00 – Guys react to Rafael Devers

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00:30:34

Jim's Four Pillars of Hitting

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2023/01/02

In episode 23 of Cross-Functionality, Jim and Cassie dissect Jim’s four pillars for a successful softball and baseball swing. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, VISIT THE SOFTBALL STRENGTH ACADEMY YOUTUBE PAGE. Episode Notes: 4:00 – Timing and vision 12:00 – Swing plane and bat path 19:00 – Making adjustments 23:00 – Teaching how to make adjustments 25:00 – Hitter’s confidence 27:00 – Hitter’s putting things into perspective Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google | Spotify | Amazon Music

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00:37:22

Developing a Player's Intangibles

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2022/12/26

In episode 22 of Cross-Functionality, Jim and Cassie discuss and break down each intangible that athletes need to develop to further their athletic careers. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, VISIT THE SOFTBALL STRENGTH ACADEMY YOUTUBE PAGE. Episode Notes: 2:00 – Player intangibles 5:00 – Coaches setting intangibles into their culture 11:00 – Effort intangible 18:00 – Leadership intangible 23:00 – Player’s attitude 29:00 – Player’s intelligence Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google |

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00:40:41

Hitting Spin Successfully

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2022/12/19

Join Jim and Jake discuss and dissect strategies on how to hit curveballs and sliders. Plus, the guys define player intangibles, and define the true meaning of effort in a player. TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB – EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE! SHOW NOTES: 3:00 – Player Intangibles 6:00 – Defining a player’s real effort 10:00 – How players can give proper effort to develop their game 14:00 – Listener Question 18:00 – Hitters learning rhythm 20:00 – No stride approach 27:00

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00:33:50

Parents Coaching Their Kids

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2022/12/14

In episode 21 of Cross-Functionality, Jim and Cassie break down how parents can successfully coach their kids while maintaining a strong relationship with their child. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, VISIT THE SOFTBALL STRENGTH ACADEMY YOUTUBE PAGE. Episode Notes: 2:00 – Debating the transfer portal 6:00 – Positive and negative effects of coaching your child 11:00 – Coaching conversations with your child 15:00 – Separating parent from coach 19:00 – Coaching your kids when older 26:00 –

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00:36:47

Mechanical Breakdown Series - Volume 38: Fixing Cody...

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2022/12/12

Jim and Jake break down new Cubs Outfielder Cody Bellinger’s swing and address the corrections he needs to make for a successful 2023 season at the plate. TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB – EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE. SHOW NOTES: 2:00 – Hitters in smaller ballparks 6:00 – Two strike hitting second or third time through the order 9:00 – Curious case of Dansby Swanson 12:00 – Top Free Agent shortstops 16:00 – Playing in bigger ballparks 19:00 – Two elements Bellinger must

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00:25:44

Preparing for Athletic Competition

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2022/12/07

In episode 20 of Cross-Functionality, Jim and Cassie discuss how athletes can properly prepare for game competition – both physically and mentally. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, VISIT THE SOFTBALL STRENGTH ACADEMY YOUTUBE PAGE. Episode Notes: 2:00 – Athletes unprepared for competition 5:00 – “4 C’s” of preparing for games 7:00 – Questions to ask an athlete 10:00 – Developing scouting reports to prepare 17:00 – Creating a preparation plan 19:00 – Blocking out adversity Subscribe and like

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00:47:22

A Blueprint to Hitting with Two Strikes

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2022/12/05

Jim and Jake discuss and break down how hitters can be successful and productive with two strikes at the plate. TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB – EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE SHOW NOTES: 2:00 – Two strike hitting 8:00 – The curious case of Michael Conforto 16:00 – Knowing yourself as a hitter 23:00 – Two pitches hitters get to do damage on each game 25:00 – Mechanical changes with two strikes 28:00 – Shrinking the zone with runners in scoring position 40:00 – Approach

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00:38:23

Facing an Ace, Volume One: Justin Verlander

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2022/11/28

Jim and Jake debut the first volume of Facing an Ace - going through the process of putting together a plan for hitters facing Justin Verlander! TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB – EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE SHOW NOTES: 2:00 – Discussion of Thanksgiving food 5:00 – Professional vs. amateur baseball 10:00 – Latin vs. American-born players 16:00 – Bellinger’s 2023 outlook 18:00 – Varying hitter’s meetings 22:00 – Facing Justin Verlander 24:00 – Hitting Verlander’s

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00:30:22

Creating a Training Calendar

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2022/11/23

In episode 18 of Cross-Functionality, Jim and Cassie break down how coaching can create training calendars for their athletes throughout the entire year! TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, VISIT THE SOFTBALL STRENGTH ACADEMY YOUTUBE PAGE. Episode Notes: 5:00 – Training calendar in the fall months 7:00 – Timeframe of creating a calendar 10:00 – Training calendar revolving around hitting 16:00 – Preparing the athlete mentally 18:00 – Maintaining in-season 20:00 – Creating calendar for season

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00:38:15

Off-Season Offensive Prep Plans

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2022/11/21

Jim and Jake discuss off-season prep plans for hitters throughout the off-season, and break down certain stages off the off-season important for player development. TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB – EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE SHOW NOTES: 3:00 – Cody Bellinger swing changes 12:00 – Creating showcase players 15:00 – Creating a yearly coaching calendar 21:00 – Five elements of off-season prep plans 23:00 -Off-season calendar 24:00 – Taking inventory 26:00 – Specify

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00:43:12

Cross-Functionality: Guest Co-Host --- Patrick Murphy

The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast ·

2022/11/16

In episode 17 of Cross-Functionality, Jim is joined by University of Alabama Head Coach Patrick Murphy discussing a variety of topics ranging from his career journey, to the 2012 National Championship Team, and almost leaving Alabama for LSU! TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, VISIT THE SOFTBALL STRENGTH ACADEMY YOUTUBE PAGE. Episode Notes: 2:00 – Learning experiences 4:00 – Almost leaving Alabama 16:00 – Pillars of a successful program 20:00 – Winning the 2012 Softball National

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