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Driveline Baseball Podcast
by Driveline Baseball
Driveline Baseball's data driven baseball training is changing and challenging the old school culture of baseball. Every week Driveline Baseball Founder and CTO Kyle Boddy and CEO Mike Rathwell share the latest biomechanics research, training breakthroughs and Kyle's occasional Twitter rants. If you are a dedicated coach or player that is always looking for an edge then this podcast is for you.
Episodes
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The Evolution of Pitch Design | Saberseminar 2025 | R&D Podcast EP 111
In this episode, Jack, Josh, and Marek expand on their Pitch Design on Paper presentation from Saberseminar 2025. From the rise of the fastball and pitch shape fingerprints to RE288-driven decision-making, the conversation breaks down how modern analytics are shaping pitch design, arsenal...
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Understanding Batter Perception Through Analytics with Stephen Stutton Brown | R&D Podcast Ep 110
In this episode, the R&D posse: Jack, Josh, and Marek are joined by special guest Stephen Sutton Brown for a deep dive into the intersection of engineering and baseball analytics. From modeling batter perception and pitch outcomes to the evolution of swing metrics and arsenal design, the...
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EP 66: Breaking Down the 2025 Home Run Derby Hitters
In this episode of the Driveline Podcast, Hitting Trainers Brandon Dim and Jacob Hirsh preview the 2025 Home Run Derby — breaking down this year's participants, what makes a great Derby swing, and why the event can actually make hitters better. They also dive into past examples like Julio...
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Solving Baserunning and Fielding with Katie Krall | R&D Podcast Ep 109
In this episode Jack, Josh & Marek sit down with special guest Katie Krall for a deep dive into the evolving role of analytics in player development. From advance scouting and swing decisions to defensive training and the rise of tandem starters, the conversation unpacks how players and coaches…
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The Future of Baseball: Stabilization, Optimization, and Model Dynamics | R&D Podcast Ep 108
In this episode, Jack, Josh & Marek dive into how model-based approaches are transforming player evaluation and development across baseball. They unpack key ideas like model stabilization, predictive accuracy, and the nonlinear relationship between velocity and pitch effectiveness. The…
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AI in Baseball: Inherently Good or Inherently Bad? | The Desert Shift Podcast EP 09
In this episode, Daulton Barry and Grayson Liebhardt discuss the growing influence of artificial intelligence in baseball, exploring its potential benefits and challenges. They emphasize the importance of using AI as a tool to enhance human capabilities rather than replace them, and they explore...
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The Link Between Command and Hitting Handedness | The Desert Shift Podcast EP 08
In this edition of The Desert Shift Podcast, Daulton Barry chats with the most recent addition to the AZ Pitching Staff, Pitching Intern Brewer Hendrix, who shares a little about his journey from athlete to coach and dives into his key takeaways from his first few weeks in-gym. Daulton and Brewer...
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Optimizing Performance Through Swing Metrics | R&D Podcast Ep 107
In this episode, Jack, Marek and guest Director of Hitting Tanner Stokey break down how new hitting metrics from Baseball Savant are reshaping the way we evaluate and train hitters. They explore key concepts like vertical and horizontal attack angles, depth of contact, and bat path—and explain…
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Maximizing Reliever Potential: Insights and Strategies | R&D Podcast Ep 106
In this episode, Jack, Josh and Marek dive into the evolving landscape of bullpen strategy, breaking down how teams are using openers, managing pitcher familiarity, and creatively deploying relievers to gain an edge. They explore how back-to-back usage, arm slots, and chronic workload impact...
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Is an Effective Pre-Pitch Routine the Key to Success? | The Desert Shift Podcast EP 07
In this edition of The Desert Shift Podcast, Daulton Barry and Grayson Liebhardt discuss the importance of autonomy in player development, effective methods to get out of a pitching rut, and the mental preparation and pre-pitch routines necessary to have a successful outing. The concept of…
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EP 65: Bat Speed: Importance, Measurement, and Training
In this episode of the Driveline podcast, Connor White, Jack Lambert, and Tanner Stokey discuss the science of bat speed. They explain how increasing bat speed directly impacts exit velocity and distance, using insights from Driveline's research and MLB data. They go over effective training...
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The Cohesion Between HP and Skill Training | The Desert Shift Podcast EP 06
In this episode, Daulton Barry sits down with Mike Paesani, who shares his journey to Driveline as well as insights gained from working in high performance sports. The discussion highlights the importance of diversified work experience, the need for cohesion between high performance and skill...
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Are You Managing Pitcher Workload Right? | R&D Podcast Ep 105
In this episode, Jack, Josh & Marek discuss how data and wearable technology are revolutionizing pitching workload management. They explain how tools like Pulse and Whoop provide key insights into total stress, beyond just game throws, by tracking acute and chronic workload. This data-driven...
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Could Juggling Improve Your Swing Decisions? | The Desert Shift Podcast EP 05
In this episode of the podcast, Daulton Barry and Nik Pearson explore various topics relating to baseball training, focusing on the intersection of neuroscience, mental training, and importance of asking 'why' as a coach. They discuss the importance of movement preparation, the role of mental...
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EP 64: The Benefits of Summer Baseball: Experience, Growth, and Networking with Brooke Knight
In this episode of the Driveline podcast, Tanner Stokey, Connor White and Joel Condreay sit down with Corvallis Knights Head Coach Brooke Knight to discuss how summer baseball shapes player development. They cover the importance of game reps, collaboration with college coaches, and the challenges...
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The Mental Aspect of the Game | The Desert Shift Podcast EP 04
In this edition of the podcast, Daulton Barry and Dylan Gargas explore various topics surrounding college baseball, coaching confidence into pitchers, and the mental aspect of the game. The bio-psycho-social model is discussed as an effective framework for training, and the balance of life and...
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How Driveline's Advance Reports Help MLB Players Prepare | R&D Podcast Ep 104
In this episode, Jack, Josh, Marek, and special guest Andrew Aydt break down how advance scouting reports and game day data help players build effective attack plans. They explore how to simplify analytics into actionable insights by leveraging heat maps, pitch profiles, and batter tendencies.…
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From Intent to Impact: Understanding Command in Pitching | R&D Podcast Ep 103
In this episode, Jack, Josh, Marek, and special guest Connor Pelletier explore the challenges of measuring command in pitching. They dive into the development of the Intended Zones tool, the role of mechanical adjustability, and how variability can actually improve command. The conversation also...
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Plyo Balls: Weight, Size & Their True Impact | The Desert Shift Podcast EP 03
In this episode of The Desert Shift Podcast, Daulton Barry and Pitching Intern, Grayson Liebhardt, discuss various aspects of training, particularly focusing on the use of plyo balls, the importance of training intent, and the concept of expectations versus reality. They delve into the…
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Arsenal Building 101 | R&D Podcast Ep 102
In this episode, Jack, Josh & Marek break down the importance of arsenal models in pitching, highlighting how different pitches interact to create uncertainty for hitters. They introduce new metrics like "mix" and "match," discuss the trade-offs of adding pitches, and explore how batter…
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Summer Ball or Summer Training? | The Desert Shift Podcast EP 02
In this episode, Daulton Barry and Tyler Kozlowski discuss the offseason strategies for college athletes, emphasizing the importance of self-assessment and honest evaluation of one's skills and readiness for the next level. They explore training strategies, the significance of strength and...
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EP 63: Modeling the Game: How Driveline R&D Utilizes AI
In this special episode of the Driveline podcast, a few members of Driveline's R&D team (Kyle Boddy, Clayton Thompson, Conner Pelletier & Jack Lambert) talk through how they use AI in projects, from building pitch models to solving motion capture problems on-site with an NBA team. They share what...
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The Best Training Tool You've Never Heard Of | The Desert Shift Podcast EP 01
In this inaugural episode of The Desert Shift Podcast, Dalton Barry and Dylan Gargas discuss various topics related to baseball training, including the impact of new technologies like torpedo bats, uncommon training tools, and the importance of a supportive training environment. They share their...
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Predicting Pitching Success: The Power of Advanced Models | R&D Podcast Ep 101
In this episode, Jack, Josh & Marek explore the evolution of pitch modeling in baseball, covering key metrics like 'Stuff' and the shift to component-based approaches. They discuss how advanced models predict pitching success and how insights can be applied to both pitchers and hitters. The...
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EP 62: Our Most Game-Like Training Tool
In this episode of the Driveline podcast, Director of Hitting Tanner Stokey, along with Hitting Trainers Brandon Dim and Jacob Hirsh, break down what Leather Smash Factor Balls are. They discuss what these unique balls are, how they're used in training, and the reasoning behind their development....
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EP 61: Balancing Competition and Development
In this episode of the Driveline podcast, Tanner Stokey, Connor White, and Matt Kress discuss the importance of summer training for high school and college baseball players. They emphasize the need for self-evaluation, understanding personal development needs, and the impact of the transfer…
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Arsenal Effects & The Death of the Sweeper? | R&D Podcast Ep 100
Welcome to the Driveline R&D Podcast, where we explore the cutting-edge intersection of baseball analytics, player development, and on-field performance. In this milestone 100th episode, the new R&D crew takes over following the departure of the original hosts to MLB organizations. Join Jack...
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EP 60: Strategies for Success During the Season
In this episode of the Driveline podcast, Tanner Stokey, Elijah Boyer, and Zach Settles discuss the significance of lifting, exercise selection, and targeted skill development, especially for those not actively playing. They emphasize the need for athletes to prioritize their training and make…
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EP 59: Maintaining Peak Hitting Performance In-Season
In this episode of the Driveline podcast, Mike Rathwell and Director of Hitting Tanner Stokey discuss the integration of data and technology in baseball training, particularly focusing on in-season adjustments for players with the new release of In-Season Smart Reports in the Driveline app. They...
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EP 58: Pitching Smart: Managing In-Season Adjustments
In this episode of the Driveline podcast, Mike Rathwell and Pitching Trainer Joel Condreay discuss the importance of in-season adjustments for pitchers with our new In-Season Smart Report feature in the Driveline app, focusing on workload monitoring, game tracking, and the significance of…
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EP 57: Revolutionizing College Baseball: In-Season Smart Reports
In this episode of the Driveline Baseball podcast, Mike Rathwell & Jack Lambert discuss the innovative in-season smart reports designed for college athletes. The conversation covers the mechanics of workload estimation for pitchers, the integration of defense-independent statistics, and the…
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EP 56: From Driveline Baseball to the Boston Red Sox
In this episode, Director of Hitting Tanner Stokey and former Driveline Hitting Trainer and current Red Sox MiLB Hitting Coach JP Fasone discuss the transition from Driveline to professional baseball with the Red Sox, focusing on training approaches, building player relationships, and setting…
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EP 55: Training 2.0 - The Future of Player Development
Training 2.0 is here! In this episode of the Driveline Baseball podcast, Mike and Kyle breakdown the Training 2.0 system, emphasizing the importance of a consistent and data-driven approach to athlete development. They explore what has made Driveline the industry leader in player development for...
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EP 54: All Things Return to Throw
In this special episode of the Driveline Baseball Podcast, Dylan Newcomer DPT, Josh Hejka (NYM MiLB Pitcher and Driveline R&D), and Luke Dziados (Throwing Trainer) discuss the rehab and return to throw process. They emphasize the importance of a structured rehabilitation program that focuses on...
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EP 53: Preparing for the 34-Man Roster Challenge in College Baseball
We're back! In this episode, Kyle and Mike are joined by frequent collaborators Tanner Stokey, the Director of Hitting, and Connor White, the Director of High Performance to discuss the recent changes in college baseball, particularly the implications of the new 34-man roster rule. They explore…
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EP 52: Developing a Multi-Faceted Approach to Injury Prevention
Mike and Kyle are back! Also, joined this week by Director of High Performance, Connor White. This conversation delves into the persistent issue of pitching injuries in baseball, exploring the multifaceted reasons behind them and discussing potential solutions. Mike, Kyle, and Connor emphasize a...
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EP 51: College Coaching and Pro Offseason
Today's episode of the Driveline Podcast features a collection of Driveline Hitting trainers including Director of Hitting Tanner Stokey and AZ Hitting Trainers Conner Watson and Elijah Boyer. This trio discusses the intricacies of fall training for college and high school players. They share...
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EP 50: Jump Testing and High Performance
In this episode, Mike is joined by the Director of High Performance, Connor White. The conversation delves into the significance of jump testing in athletic performance, particularly in baseball. The hosts discuss the various types of jump tests, their applications, and how they relate to overall...
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Bonus EP: Hitting Assessment Deep-Dive
In this special episode of the Driveline Podcast, Dan Winkler, Director of Sales, Tanner Stokey, Director of Hitting, and Connor White, Director of High Performance, sit down and discuss the intricacies of the Driveline Hitting Assessment process. 00:00 Data-Driven Approach to Hitting Mechanics...
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EP 49: Markerless Motion Capture & Communicating Data to Athletes
In today's episode, Mike is joined by Director of Pitching Chris Langin and Principal Sports Scientist Kyle Wasserberger to discuss the evolution of biomechanical motion capture technology and use in baseball, including the recent shift towards markerless solutions. 00:00 Introduction to Motion...
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EP 48: Navigating Sport Specialization, Scholarships Changes & Baseball Careers
In today's episode of the podcast, Kyle and Mike discuss the importance of having a long-term outlook on baseball development and the increasing role of technology in helping athletes succeed. They close with an exploration of the challenges and opportunities of working in baseball. 00:00...
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EP:47 Managing Pitching Workloads, Smart Reports and their Benefits
In today's episode of the podcast, Mike Rathwell is joined by Pitching Coordinator Matt Kress, New York Boulders' pitcher Jackson Sigman, and Binghamton Rumble Ponies' pitcher Josh Hejka. They dive into Driveline's innovative Smart Reports system, discussing how it transforms athlete workload...
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EP46: Q&A Responses! + Helpfulness of Video Analysis, Joe Maddon's Driveline Criticisms
In today's episode, Kyle and Mike discuss developing starting pitchers, and whether or not video analysis is actually helpful in player development. Then they close with a response to Joe Maddon's criticisms of Driveline in the media. 00:00 Introduction 00:22 The Success of Reliever Conversions...
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EP45: MLB Draft Strategy, Travis Bazzana's Development, Automated Strike Zones
In today's episode of the Driveline Podcast, CEO Mike Rathwell and Founder Kyle Boddy are joined by Driveline Director of Hitting Tanner Stokey. Topics covered: 00:00 Demystifying the MLB Draft 06:00 Unique Draft Strategies 16:27 Travis Bazzana's Development Journey 38:30 The Potential Impact of…
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EP44: How Fast Can a Human Throw a Baseball, AI in Baseball Player Development
In today's episode of the Driveline Podcast, CEO Mike Rathwell and Founder Kyle Boddy discuss Eno Sarris' recent article, 'How Fast Could a Human Being Throw a Fastball? 106 mph, 110 mph — Even 125 mph?', and the future of player development in baseball with AI. Eno Saris' Article Come train with us
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EP43: The MLB Draft, College Baseball, Hard Work vs. Talent
In today's episode of the Driveline Podcast, Founder Kyle Boddy and CEO Mike Rathwell, discuss the upcoming MLB draft, draft prospect and Driveline trainee Travis Bazzana, the changes in college baseball, and much more.
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EP42: MLB bat tracking data, Our new insane pitching machine, The role of starting pitchers
The podcast is back! Driveline Founder Kyle Boddy, CEO Mike Rathwell, and Director of Hitting Tanner Stokey discuss bat tracking and the future of hitting, our new Trajekt pitching machine, the changing role of starting pitchers in today's game, and more.
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Bat Speed Vs. Power
Max and Max are back for the third week in a row discussing bat speed and power. How much does power directly translate into your swing.
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Youth Specialization Pt. 2
Deven Morgan and Michael O'Connell are back to talk about youth specialization! Also Max and Max Continue there discussion on Driveline Hitting!
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Making the Right Choices for Youth Athletes
This week Michael O'Connell and Deven Morgan return to continue their discussion on developing youth athletes and managing workload. Also Part 2 with Max and Max on Driveline Hitting
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Driveline Baseball's data driven baseball training is changing and challenging the old school culture of baseball. Every week Driveline Baseball Founder and CTO Kyle Boddy and CEO Mike Rathwell share the latest biomechanics research, training breakthroughs and Kyle's occasional Twitter rants. If you are a dedicated coach or player that is always looking for an edge then this podcast is for you.
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