Matt Blake @Blake_Matt Twitter profile

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Now that it's official. I'm excited to announce I'll be taking a Pitching Coordinator role w/ the @Indians in 2016.

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

8 years

Always interesting to see how guys like Marcus Stroman manipulate spin on the baseball

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Great video for catchers to watch on receiving. Can't have enough appreciation 4 catchers that get P's extra strikes: http://t.co/C5t7dY2AUo

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

For those of you who appreciate high-level deliveries, here's a great look at Marcus Stroman's from pre-game bullpen http://t.co/YaqkR1FHTj

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Here's great side shot of Marcus Stroman's Wind-up. Tremendous rhythm, tempo & sequencing in this high-level delivery http://t.co/Ry8VRYsLr8

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Classic @VandyBaseball . No logos on the uniforms until you show you deserve to wear the Commodore gear. http://t.co/bRiWFkcHOB

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Energy and Intent - This is what it looks like. http://t.co/0o1jBYoKUV

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Looking forward to taking on a new role this summer as Pitching Coach for the Y-D Red Sox in the Cape Cod League! http://t.co/kP8volIJEv

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Lights out relief from @B_Bizzy_16 tonight in 2-1W for @YD_RedSox going 3 2/3 7k 0h 2bb 0r! He's now 17ip 31k 0.00era http://t.co/gBdrXvaHyc

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

5 years

Hard to appreciate how far Biebs has come since having him w/ @YD_RedSox in ‘15. Watching him ascend through our @Indians org & become an anchor for our staff in ‘19 is something,but showing out in front of the hometown crowd last night was pretty special!

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

5 years

Easy to see why these guys are having success right now. Aside from the talent they possess, Sean McVay is helping foster an awesome culture as evidenced by this sharp take on the importance of their ability to communicate with one another

Brandon Chambers

@chambershoops

5 years

Sean McVay on the Ram's Culture | Relationships, shared ownership, mutual respect, and communication -

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

If ur a HS pitcher who just pitched in spring, summer&fall, u probably don't need to idle into a college showcase in December...Shut it down

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Congrats to @TylerBeede11 on his promotion to AA! If ur local, u can see him pitch Friday night @ 7pm in Manchester! http://t.co/LVt9QJCXko

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Pitchers: Throwing strikes has less to do w/ tinkering w/ your mechanics & more to do w/ owning your tempo & trusting your pre-pitch visuals

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Great article from @GraemeLehman and an important study to consider when developing your pitchers

Front Leg Strength Predicts Throwing Velocity

The findings from a recent study really enforced the importance of a strong front leg assuming your goal is to throw a baseball really fast. We already knew that the front leg is important but thi…

lehmansbaseball.com

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

5 years

This is what a multi-sport athlete on the mound looks like 🏈⚾️

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@MLB

5 years

All out for the out. 😮

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

For those who are interested, here's a quick brain dump of thoughts from "Pitch-A-Palooza" -

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

There's plenty of players scouts love for the 3 hours they're on the field, but won't draft b/c of behavior during other 21 hrs of the day

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

This may sound crazy, but yelling "throw strikes" from the dugout doesn't actually help ur P throw strikes. So, let's go ahead &cut that out

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Unbelievable summer run with the @YD_RedSox .Couldn't have asked for a better experience. Just the icing on the cake! http://t.co/62lZPCbnuF

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Good ex.) of importance of lower half stability in transferring ground force into velo: 83-85mph Left/87-90mph Right. http://t.co/6ptEmMGr6Y

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

10 years

In 2011 there were 471,025 HS baseball players & 31,264 college baseball spots. If only 6.6% make it, maybe u shouldn't skip ur next workout

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

“ @PeabodyBaseball : #MiguelCabrera & the rubber band effect between hands & front foot. #SundaySwings ” Great Visual!

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

8 years

Parents moving from house they lived in for 40yrs and stumbled across my old school Griffey card collection #TheKid

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

When it's all said & done, the best pitchers aren't the ones who remember the good pitches longest, they forget the bad pitches the quickest

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

A good thrower throws hard; a good pitcher makes good pitches; a good baseball player wins baseball games. You should strive to be all three

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

For those interested, here's my most recent article discussing the pitching delivery - http://t.co/D0rh9XXIHZ http://t.co/Kg4CWVFoTW

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

5 years

What a night for Cleveland! @ShaneBieber19 named MVP after punching out the side to finish a great @AllStarGame and strong week for the @Indians !

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

8 years

Seen plenty of knee-buckling curves, but it's hard to come by the ankle-breaking slider in an MLB game...

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Huge performance from @Dhunt45 tonight going 7 2/3ip 2h 1bb 10k 0R carrying us to @Official_CCBL Championship series http://t.co/xOb6ut1DU5

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

8 years

Miller Time!!!

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

7 years

Fired up to get @ThatGuy__Kai and @TheArmFarm on board with us! Two sharp coaches who are gonna have a huge impact on our guys! Welcome, fellas! #RollTribe

Kainoa Correa

@ThatGuy__Kai

7 years

Let’s go!

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

The only thing more impressive than the level of play you see in the @Official_CCBL is the setting it takes place in. http://t.co/76LZfnxdlP

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Maybe its just me, but stuff being equal, I'll take the 5'9" guy, who shows that it really matters to him, every time http://t.co/fcBHciZGhm

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

8 years

So, I guess that really did happen... #CapeChamps #YDynasty @YD_RedSox

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

8 years

Just your casual 70 degree game on November 1st with the World Series on the line...

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

We have pitches like this to blame for why kids end up playing lacrosse... http://t.co/c6zZJBpSIo

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

If I had a dime for every time I watched a HS pitcher waste first 20 throws mindlessly flipping balls back & forth w/ his buddy..I'd be rich

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Arm Action Cue: Keep ur thumb inside ur hip during arm swing(L). Thumb down/behind creates inefficiency in climb(R) http://t.co/7ziiTFCsYu

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

With today's 7 2/3 effort, @TylerThomas_7 finishes his summer going 9-0 1.07era w/ 62k 15bb & .87whip for @YD_RedSox http://t.co/16QV1gxGTf

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

8 years

Tough to do Gm. 7 experience justice in 140 characters, but I don't think anyone there will ever forget this swing

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

"Hey, after you throw a bad pitch, make sure you pout & act upset about it, so we know you didn't like the result." - Said by no coach ever

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

People often ask how I learned about pitching - reading research, watching slow motion & catching 5000 bullpens isn't what they want to hear

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Surprise, surprise, @TylerThomas_7 w/ another quality start for @YD_RedSox & finishes regular season 7-0 w/ 1.02 ERA http://t.co/YlCuAo4oeI

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

If Blake Treinen is gonna pound the zone with 97-99mph sinkers and 87-89mph sliders, good luck... #CSPFamily http://t.co/fpunFQV0OG

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Nice to see @TylerBeede11 keeping it rolling w/ another 7ip 4h 0r 1bb & 11k's lowering his era to 2.24 for @SJGiants http://t.co/oAviB8PmeV

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

This is a good video for any athlete to watch. Success like Steph Curry is having doesn't happen by accident

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@NBA

9 years

See how @StephenCurry30 prepares for each game as we get a glimpse into his pregame warm-up routine!

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Here's a good look at 1 of @Official_CCBL 's best performers so far. @TylerThomas_7 is 5-0 w/ .89 era for @YD_RedSox http://t.co/NmIvOHfCQ3

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Hard to appreciate level @YD_RedSox staff elevated to during playoffs but 1.82era .203baa 80k 14bb .96whip says a lot http://t.co/sj1xWUENXI

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

The P's that separate themselves in the long run generally have 3 qualities: the capacity 2 focus, willingness 2 learn & desire to practice

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Early off-season focus should be on developing ur throwing ability while building work capacity back up. Not refining ur pitching skill yet.

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

10 years

Most pitchers don't make progress because they're looking for baseball solutions to problems that require fundamental movement resolutions

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Here's great look at how Jake Arrieta, one of the game's most consistent performers, approaches his in-between work. http://t.co/ixN7PfbRja

Getting in shape with Cubs P Jake Arrieta

Arrieta puts a premium on being in peak physical condition, going through a routine to achieve quick recovery, maximum flexibility and top performance.

www.espn.com

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Panik makes a gross play here, but how bout some love for the pitcher making a money pick on the back end?!? #PFP http://t.co/rNsofvKHxm

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Ultimately, it's not the amount of hours u prepare, but the amount of passion, intensity & purpose attached to that preparation that matters

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Congrats to @neruffnecks 2016 RHP Morgan McSweeney for committing to @WakeBaseball tonight! Outstanding story of perseverance to get here!

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Congrats to @neruffnecks 2016 P's @M_McSweeney9 , Holden White & Joe Walsh on making the @Yankees Area Code team! http://t.co/fHTQjLcHdN

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

At some point in ur development, u'll realize it's not good enough 2 just show up anymore & ur lifestyle outside of training needs 2 evolve

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

It's pretty easy to mistake the @ChathamAnglers Veteran's field for Heaven if ur a fan of baseball in its purest form http://t.co/ut1BdJgMyu

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Gotta love the Northeast coaching flavor out here at Cal State Fullerton for the @USABaseball trials this week http://t.co/BcKofFMhwD

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Pitchers: When getting "loose" from short distances, be intentful & find your rhythm/sequence/alignment not your 95mph accidental cutter.

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Most players say they want to play at the next level. Make sure ur actions align w/ ur words: http://t.co/fDon0Y3ST9 http://t.co/GcrUDWcvZk

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Highly recommend HS P's see a Cape League game. Every night its 88-92 & you'll quickly realize if u can't change speeds ur gonna get whacked

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

I'm telling you right now to draft @StJohnsBaseball submarine Hack-attack. Your big league 8th inning will thank you. http://t.co/K10pkIoMbJ

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Another dominant 14k outing for Carson Fulmer in a 2-1W. Sorry, but if I have to win one college baseball game, I'm taking Fulmer every time

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Striding farther doesn't always = throwing harder if u can't stabilize landing.Think stronger into ground not longer.Hand speed will thank u

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

8 years

Pumped to get down to Nashville for ABCA! But, mostly excited to troll @drivelinebases & his Russian track team that throw baseballs 100mph

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Whether or not a pitch works rarely relies on the selection itself, more so the positive visual, firm belief & commitment to the execution.

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Congrats to @USABaseball18U on winning Gold at the WBSC World Cup this morning! Well done, boys! http://t.co/lhQ8tDe0ic

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Most shortstops don't even get to this ball. Let alone have any business trying to throw this runner out.... http://t.co/BAXHZG7CFd

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Great effort out of @BBailey_19 tonight, who threw 6 shutout inn. en route to the @YD_RedSox league leading 8 shutout http://t.co/t2Stqlt1WR

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Coaches: Remember that the player has to throw the baseball not you...They own their delivery & their process to do it, you just help guide.

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

You know it's been a rough winter when 50 degree weather and the sight of fake grass seems like paradise... http://t.co/ndCNwJM9wL

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Is it safe to say that the Little League field dimensions aren't big enough for the modern day 12 yr old when it's 10-7 in top 2nd w/ 5 HRs?

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

10 years

One of the most impressive delivery adjustments I've seen in a 6 week span. #TimingIsEverything #ResultsAreNotTypical http://t.co/wd71fiKvl9

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Understanding and Integrating Scapular Function into Your Throwing Motion

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Broadway punches out first hitter he faces in his MLB debut. 96mph heater & 2 filthy sliders at 88-89 will do that... http://t.co/LUOCKIc48b

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

If your elbow hurts after throwing, chances are its not ur elbows fault, it's just the messenger that there's a movement issue in the chain

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Love seeing @YD_RedSox & @CresseySP guys all over the @NE_Baseball Journal's top prospect list.

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Beauty of this @YD_RedSox team is that it was group of gamers who owned their roles & played for each other everyday http://t.co/zLfPvi2W0D

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Blog Post: Using Efficient Landing Positions to Increase Pitching Performance (Case Study) - http://t.co/D0rh9XXIHZ http://t.co/4qe4vNdsJ8

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

10 years

The amateur thrower adds their effort 2 early 2 the arm action while the elite thrower adds effort to the footwork & aggressive hip rotation

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

When pitchers learn to gather info from the finish of the delivery &the resulting ball flight; they give themselves a chance to self-correct

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

8 years

Great to see this @CresseySP trio getting some love in @NE_Baseball heading into the season

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

If it was good enough for Koufax, it should work for you...So, stop nibbling and start attacking hitters! http://t.co/nwBXVMB98b

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

10 years

"The number one pitcher on our staff is whoever is on the mound right now." - Butch Thompson

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Submariner Thomas Hackimer of @StJohnsBaseball w/ filthy 89mph sinker looking to end the inning. Thanks for playing. http://t.co/fUS7d4HiOQ

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

If you're a talent evaluator who thinks Carson Fulmer has to be a bullpen arm at the next level, u need to re-watch his CG 14k 2h SO tonight

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Great night of baseball with the @Yankees Scout team & especially nice to spend it with our @neruffnecks boys! http://t.co/8mULcG4Jub

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Here's a look at all the arm-care tools we're using w/ @YD_RedSox Staff. Equal opportunity development at its finest! http://t.co/Hh1xsRdDDF

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

The sooner a pitcher can identify what makes him successful; the sooner he can take ownership of daily routine & work to execute it everyday

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Everyone wants to pitch in the @MLB , but would u spend 8 uncertain years in @MILB to earn it? http://t.co/fDon0Y3ST9 http://t.co/y8sCc2gW3z

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Its been a great 2015 & before we get to 2016, I wanted to take a moment to thank few people

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

8 years

What's going through ur brain when ur one of the 3 writers who choose not to vote for Griffey for the #HallofFame ??

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

10 years

Here's a cool look at the different pitch grips of the Toronto @BlueJays pitching staff - http://t.co/gxaVtMq3Qh

How to pitch like your favourite Jay

www.sportsnet.ca

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

8 years

Great article from @mikereinold on the rise of throwing injuries & how we might want to view velocity programs

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

ICYMI: Here's a brain dump on the Master's Class in Player Development that was #Palooza15

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Come on, Mother Nature...you can't do us like that...On flip side, I finally found value in lacrosse- great shovelers http://t.co/2cRfAP7sgq

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Monumental effort out of @B_Bizzy_16 tonight going 5ip 2h 0bb 5k! Now stands at 27ip 40k 10bb 11h 0.00 ERA on summer! http://t.co/bgj4Nfvg3O

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Matt Blake

@Blake_Matt

9 years

Quick feet, quick arm circle, ends an inning, gets the team energized, so many things to like about this video:

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