04/26: A-Rod's Swing Analyzed
If you're into swing mechanics, Jeff Albert of SwingTraining.net makes a guest spot over at the Baseball Analysts and details
the changes in A-Rod's set-up and swing.
My first search for some insight into what mechanical changes were being addressed turned up a simple comment that A-Rod's mechanics were "firmer" and that new hitting coach Kevin Long had helped right the ship that is A-Rod's leg kick. According to a recent NY Times article, Long believed that a lower leg kick and faster hip rotation would help A-Rod quicken up his swing. After looking at the upcoming side-by-side that I will show, I have to extend a pat on the back to Mr. Long. Nicely done and way to earn your welcome to the Bronx!
Jeff had looked at A-Rod's swing before so here are
his thoughts from prior seasons.
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