How Driveline’s Advance Reports Help MLB Players Prepare | R&D Podcast Ep 104
Release Date: 05/07/2025
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How Driveline’s Advance Reports Help MLB Players Prepare | R&D Podcast Ep 104
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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. The conversation highlights how Driveline helps MLB players boost confidence, adapt in-game, and maximize performance. This podcast offers a unique look into how Driveline combines research, analytics, and practical application under one roof to push baseball development forward. Whether you're a player,...
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info_outlineIn 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. The conversation highlights how Driveline helps MLB players boost confidence, adapt in-game, and maximize performance.
This podcast offers a unique look into how Driveline combines research, analytics, and practical application under one roof to push baseball development forward. Whether you're a player, coach, or analytics enthusiast, you'll gain insights into the future of baseball training and performance.