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 Variables
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...
Weather Conditions
It is more common to encounter adverse weather conditions in games than in practice. On practice days most teams will simply go indoors or reschedule if there is light rain, the field is wet, winds are high, temperatures are low,...
No Coach
Throwing bullpens in practice is where you will get much of you're pitching instruction from the coach. A pitching coach normally stands behind the mound or off to the side and gives mechanical tips, calls pitch Lokation and selection, gives...
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...