Elite Baseball Development Podcast 203. Sean Guenther on Count Control, Horizontal Approach Angle, and High-Leverage Situations
Feb 18, 2025
Sean Guenther, a Detroit Tigers relief pitcher, shares his inspiring journey of reinvention following Tommy John surgery. He discusses the importance of mental resilience and personal growth, emphasizing lessons from transformative books. Guenther also delves into the nuances of horizontal approach angle in pitching and its effect on performance. His transition from a multi-sport athlete to a specialized pitcher highlights the value of varied sports experiences, while offering insights into effective long-term athletic development strategies.
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Multi-Sport Athlete
- Sean Guenther played multiple sports as a child, but not football.
- He specialized in baseball early in high school, giving up consistent at-bats to focus on pitching.
Choosing Notre Dame
- Guenther was drawn to Notre Dame for its academics and the opportunity to play in the ACC.
- He aimed for consistent playing time and considered college baseball his peak until achieving success there.
Velocity Increase
- Guenther increased his velocity in college by focusing on physical maturity and strength training.
- Throwing more reps also led to increased efficiency and velocity gains.
