Scouting reports are rarely used or talked about during bullpen sessions while they can play a much bigger role in the game. When a hitter comes up to bat that has hit a first pitch fastball in the gap earlier...
Game Variables
Posts tagged "strengths"
Hitter
One of the most obvious variables that differ from the bullpen to the game is that there is no live hitter in the box when you throw on the side. Bullpens do not simulate times when your confidence has been...
Game Situation
Game situations are the most diverse set of variables that differ from the bullpen to the game. Every at bat in a game will represent a new pitch sequence so ALL bullpens should be thrown with sequential planning. If you...
Defense
Team defense can be a deal breaker when it comes to pitching in the game while it is never a factor practicing in the bullpen. Errors by teammates always seem to come at the most inopportune times and you have...