Back in the day Quote by Mike Shannon
“Back in the day when I played, a pitcher had 3 pitches: a fastball, a curveball, a slider, a changeup and a good sinker pitch.”
About This Quote
Source Broadcast: St. Louis Cardinals Radio, 1992
Pitchers traditionally master a variety of pitches to keep batters uncertain.
In simple terms: Pitchers use many pitches to confuse hitters.
Key Takeaway
Develop a diverse pitch arsenal.
Themes
baseball
strategy
skill
Mood
analytical
strategic
Type
sports
instructional
When to use this quote
- coach training
- player development
- game situations
Key Concepts
pitch variety
game planning
Questions to Reflect On
- Which pitch is most effective for you?
- How do you decide which pitch to throw?
A Different Perspective
Relying on many pitches can dilute mastery of each.
