Summary

We're talking about being a "hitter with options," this week. We're focusing on how to move runners effectively in various game situations. The fellas get into the weeds on laying down sweet bunts and hit a gap shots. So get ready to take some notes this week on the Complete Game Podcast!

Podcast Partner Bios

Ethan Dungan - Owner of Glovehound Baseball Glove Repair Shop. Ethan played for several teams during his career including Midland and Fairfield High School. He now operates Glovehound from his shop in Fairfield, OH.

Rick Finley - Founder of MD&I Academy Baseball Training Facility in Fairfield, OH. Rick has successfully coached and trained hundreds of players at the Select, Travel, and College levels in both baseball and softball.

George Foster - Major League Player with the Giants, Reds, & Mets. NL MVP 1977, 5-Time All-Star, Silver Slugger and member of the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame. Founder of George Foster Baseball where he offers private baseball instruction.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Exciting Announcement: Our First Live Episode
12:15 - The Importance of Bunting in Baseball
13:06 - Strategies for Effective Bunting
29:37 - Starting a New Season: Preparing for Success
44:43 - Understanding Hitting Techniques and Strategies
01:02:23 - The Evolution of Baseball Statistics and Hitting Techniques
01:13:35 - The Importance of Hitting Mechanics

Key Takeaways:

We're super pumped about our first live episode on November 8th, so mark your calendars!
If you're into youth baseball, come hang out after the podcast to ask questions and chat with us.
The new facility by Keith Vonderhaar is top-notch, with amazing equipment and a sweet setup.
Being a hitter with options can really elevate your game, so learn to adapt to different situations.
Remember, hitting for contact is just as crucial as hitting for power when it comes to moving runners.
Next week's episode will dive into scoring runners, so don't miss out on that!

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Teaser:

Next week we'll wrap up our Offensive Objectives series by discussing strategies for getting runners in and across the plate. Don't miss it.

Companies mentioned:

Glovehound
MDI Baseball Academy
George Foster Baseball

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