Wood Bat Labeling: Do You Need to Keep It On?

QuestionThis may sound silly, when I was a kid and we used wood bats we were always told to keep the label up so we would not break the bat. Now I am play

Major League Baseball Teams with Multiple 30+ Home Run Hitters - A Rare Occasion

Questionhow many-and which- major league teams have had 4 or more players hit 30 or more home runs in a single season? AnswerChuck, The list is pretty sh

How to Increase Pitching Speed: A Guide for Left-Handed Pitchers

QuestionIm not a highschool athlete.. but i figured youd be good to ask this quesstion.. Im a sophmore lefty pitcher for the Naval Academy, i just clocked

Overcoming Fear of Ground Balls in Baseball: A Coach's Guide

QuestionAfter being hit two years ago in face, my 11 year now has a slight fear of fielding grounders.  Is it hopeless?  The boy is so athletic &

Effective Player Selection Strategies for Little League Major Teams

QuestionI manage a Little League major league team.  Every year we have try outs for ages 9-12.  Most of these kids have played on a minor league

Understanding Base Path Obstruction Rules in Baseball

QuestionThe LL rules state that a defensive player may not obstruct a runners access to a base unless he or she has the ball in his or her possession. &nbs

Strength & Pitching Training for Young Baseball Players

Question------------------------- Followup To Question - 1. I have managed a Little League major league team for a few years and have become convinced t

Baseball Strike Zone Confusion: Understanding Check Swings and Ball Calls

Questionwhen the ball is near the ground and the baseball player check swings at it isnt a ball or a strike because my friend Hunter did this and they said

Pitching Rules: Warnings, Ejections & Inside Pitches - MLB Rules Explained

Questionafter the batter has been hit should the pitcher be warned or should both sides be warned any more inside pitches to the batter shouldnt the batter

Baseball Mystery: How is a 1-0 Score Possible Without a Home Run?

Questiona baseball game was held and the final score was 1-0 and yet nobody tagged homeplate...how is this possible? AnswerMolly, Im sorry but I cant ans

Winter Training Drills for 10-11 Year Olds: Indoor Gym Activities

QuestionI dont know if this is the type of question you are looking for but because of the cold weather we are working 10-11 year olds in a gym.  Is t

Do Teams Receive Rings for League Championships?

QuestionI will like to know if the boston red sox will get a ring for winning the american league championship,as well as the San Luise Cardenal for winnin

Understanding Ground Rule Doubles in Baseball: Definition & Impact

QuestionWhat is a laymans definition for the ground-rule double?  When does it apply?  How has it affected the game after it was added? AnswerJo

Off-Season Arm Conditioning for Young Baseball Players

QuestionI have a 15-year old son (turned 15 in Sept) who pitches and plays shortstop for a school team in the spring and rec team in the fall. What kind of

Advocating for Fair Playtime in Youth Sports: A Coach Communication Guide

QuestionHi, My nephew is on a team that is not really giving him adaquate play time.  How should we approach the coach on a subject like this?  T

Correcting a 9-Year-Old's Baseball Throw: Mechanics & Distance

Questionmy son, 9, seems to have gotten into a bad habit and the ball has a curve to it when it is thrown.  how can i correct his throwing, he also la

Off-Season Throwing & Batting Drills: Indoor Practice Ideas

Questionis there anything we can do in the offseason to help with throwing or batting in the house? maybe somekind of practice drills or a beanbag toss or

3rd Strike Rule & Pass Balls: Expert Clarification

QuestionI noticed that a person asked about the 3rd strike rule with bases loaded.  You replied that a defensive player (normally catcher) can just st

Understanding Inactive Lists in Baseball: Meaning & Usage

QuestionI would like to know how the inactive list works? What does it mean if you are placed on the inactive list?   AnswerJessica, The inactive lis

Overcoming Fear of Failure in Baseball: A Mental Game Guide

QuestionThis is more a question about the mental game of baseball. Last season I realized I often think about negative thoughts. For example I may be afria