The Pure Athlete Podcast PA Replay - Hall of Fame Pitcher Greg Maddux
Jun 20, 2025
Greg Maddux, a Hall of Fame pitcher and four-time Cy Young Award winner, shares wisdom from his illustrious 23-year career. He dives into the importance of arm care and effective pitching mechanics, revealing strategies that made him an all-time great. Maddux also reminisces about memorable encounters with legendary hitters and discusses the evolution of pitching techniques. Listeners will enjoy his reflections on youth sports, the significance of personalized coaching, and humorous anecdotes from his path from Little League to Cooperstown.
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Jeff vs. Maddux Batting Anecdote
- Jeff Francoeur shares his surreal experience facing Greg Maddux at the plate in 2006.
- Maddox's confident interaction with the umpire revealed his strategic command of the game.
Velocity vs. Execution Insight
- Velocity helps pitchers get away with mistakes.
- Slower pitchers must have better control, location, and pitch variety to succeed.
Pitch Smart: Mechanics Over Velocity
- Take care of your arm with proper mechanics and avoid throwing balls to the wall every pitch.
- Focus on pitching execution, not just velocity, to prevent injuries and perform better.