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These catcher initiated timing picks are becoming an almost nightly occurrence. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again… if you’re not incorporating these into your games, you should be! #catcherslife #catcherscamp #thelifeofacatcher

Whether it’s a missed hit & run sign or not, having the base runner stop because they’re out by so much is 🔥! Bailey is tied for the most runners caught stealing this season with 12. He’s pretty fun to watch! #thelifeofacatcher

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Some places the weather is already beautiful but in other places, like where I’m from in northern Nevada, it’s still snowing. The beginning of the season can be chilly! Catcher parents… Message me “BLANKET” & I’ll get you what you need! #catcherswag #catcherslife #catchers

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Please send prayers for a good friend that did not get the diagnosis he was hoping for. It absolutely helps. 🙏🏼

When you combine strength, mobility and good mechanics you get some amazing throws! Watch the slo-mo of these Joe Mack throws closely. The exchange, the arm path, the arm shape, the scap load, the controlled mitt, the blocking of the front side… the list goes on and on! 🔥💪

experienced and elite catchers the concept is this… Put yourself in the best position to get a strike call while still being able to perform any other responsibilities that arise, like catching low pop ups. Safe to say @carterjensenn is elite! What. A. Catch! 💪

One of the arguments we hear all the time about knee down set ups is it makes the catcher slower to get up. That may be true for some younger catchers who are still developing their strength and explosiveness but for those older more (cont.)

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is a righty up vs a lefty. You need to either maintain some space away from a righty or create some space away from a lefty by utilizing the correct footwork. Fun. To. Watch! 🔥 Would you like me to help teach your catcher the difference? Message me “camps.”

Anyone else REALLY enjoy watching @henrydavis32 throw? One of the things we discuss at every camp is the adjustments we make with our footwork depending on where the batter is standing. Watch the slo-mo clips closely to see the difference between when there (cont.)

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One of, if not the best time to back pick is on a missed/pulled back bunt. Watch slo-mo closely. Drive up through LT leg, get ball to throwing hand efficiently & get RT foot planted immediately. We discuss picks at every camp. Message me & I’ll show you where I’m going to be.

@CoachAngst ATH-LETE! 🔥💪

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Slow is smooth and smooth is quick! 💪 Padres prospect Ethan Salas with the smooooth moves to throw the runner out at second! He gone! 🔥 #thelifeofacatcher

Cool angle of Gabriel Moreno taking his time with his movements between innings then unleashing a bullet! 🔥💪 #thelifeofacatcher

Here is about 90 seconds of Hunter Goodman’s pre game. 1. Heavy ball receiving (notice coach changes angles and/or location almost every flip). 2. Live machine receiving (2-knee side saddle, LKD, RKD & RKD kicked out). 3. Two knee exchanges w/ extra ball. 4. Throwing routine.

@CodifyBaseball He was fun to watch!

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Want to learn how to do that? Message me “mitt magic” for details on my receiving fundamentals virtual program. #catchertraining #catchers #catcherslife

…that if the catcher has their mitt moving away from the strike zone during the catch, like Bailey does here, it will often times result in a ball call. It’s not always possible due to missed spots but do your best to have mitt moving toward the strike zone, not away from it!

This is a perfect example of “how a catcher receives a pitch can greatly affect what the umpire sees and what they call it.” A lot of people argue that what we do as catchers doesn’t matter and a strike is a strike due to where it crosses the plate. I’m a firm believer (Cont.)

@PitchingNinja Does he do that on purpose? Because if it’s by accident he’s gotta be a nightmare to catch… 😳

Tatsuya Imai's Wrong Way Slider. 🤪 13 inches arm side run.