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Bat Speed Risers & Eno in Surprise

Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

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Evaluating Talent: Spring Training Insights

This chapter explores the significance of spring training metrics in assessing young players' preparedness for the major leagues, featuring insights on Jace Young and Trey Sweeney. It highlights the complexities faced by general managers when making roster decisions based on limited performance data, alongside discussions on evolving pitching techniques and the role of college pitching labs. The chapter also touches on the psychological aspects of pitching and the modernization of batting stances in response to increased pitch velocity.

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