Driveline Baseball Podcast

The Evolution of Pitch Design | Saberseminar 2025 | R&D Podcast EP 111

In this episode, Jack, Josh, and Marek expand on their Pitch Design on Paper presentation from Saberseminar 2025. From the rise of the fastball and pitch shape fingerprints to RE288-driven decision-making, the conversation breaks down how modern analytics are shaping pitch design, arsenal construction, and in-game strategy. The crew explores efficiency, pitch manipulation, and what the future of pitch design could look like. This podcast offers a unique look into how Driveline combines research, analytics, and practical application under one roof to push baseball development forward. Whether you're a player, coach, or analytics enthusiast, you'll gain insights into the future of baseball training and performance. Saberseminar Presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HeBvjYrU_vk [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HeBvjYrU_vk]

Understanding Batter Perception Through Analytics with Stephen Stutton Brown | R&D Podcast Ep 110

In this episode, the R&D posse: Jack, Josh, and Marek are joined by special guest Stephen Sutton Brown for a deep dive into the intersection of engineering and baseball analytics. From modeling batter perception and pitch outcomes to the evolution of swing metrics and arsenal design, the conversation explores how new data is reshaping our understanding of the game. Stephen shares key insights from his work at Baseball Prospectus and General Motors, highlighting the challenges of modeling dynamic decisions, the promise of bat tracking, and what might be next in performance analysis. This podcast offers a unique look into how Driveline combines research, analytics, and practical application under one roof to push baseball development forward. Whether you're a player, coach, or analytics enthusiast, you'll gain insights into the future of baseball training and performance.

EP 66: Breaking Down the 2025 Home Run Derby Hitters

In this episode of the Driveline Podcast, Hitting Trainers Brandon Dim and Jacob Hirsh preview the 2025 Home Run Derby — breaking down this year's participants, what makes a great Derby swing, and why the event can actually make hitters better. They also dive into past examples like Julio Rodríguez, Bobby Witt Jr., and Juan Soto to show how pulling the ball in the air can unlock second-half success.

Solving Baserunning and Fielding with Katie Krall | R&D Podcast Ep 109

In this episode Jack, Josh & Marek sit down with special guest Katie Krall for a deep dive into the evolving role of analytics in player development. From advance scouting and swing decisions to defensive training and the rise of tandem starters, the conversation unpacks how players and coaches can better leverage information for on-field success. Katie shares key insights on ownership, communication, and the tools shaping the future of baseball. This podcast offers a unique look into how Driveline combines research, analytics, and practical application under one roof to push baseball development forward. Whether you're a player, coach, or analytics enthusiast, you'll gain insights into the future of baseball training and performance.

The Future of Baseball: Stabilization, Optimization, and Model Dynamics | R&D Podcast Ep 108

In this episode, Jack, Josh & Marek dive into how model-based approaches are transforming player evaluation and development across baseball. They unpack key ideas like model stabilization, predictive accuracy, and the nonlinear relationship between velocity and pitch effectiveness. The conversation also explores how to visualize complex pitch dynamics, communicate insights to athletes, and balance objective data with a player's feel. With practical examples and strategic takeaways, they show why building and trusting the right model is more important than ever. This podcast offers a unique look into how Driveline combines research, analytics, and practical application under one roof to push baseball development forward. Whether you're a player, coach, or analytics enthusiast, you'll gain insights into the future of baseball training and performance.