Posted by: Joe A. () on Sun Dec 9 07:39:09 2001

Major Dan:
> > > you don't find MLB players with REALLY linear mechanics but some are more linear than others (Ichiro is surprisingly rotational in his mechanics, but in a weird way)
> > >
> > > Mark H:
> > > Isn't he though. I can't figure him out at all.
> > >
> > > What are Ichiro's mechanics? Is he linear or rotational?
> > > For starters, his axis of rotation moves forward a lot (weight shifter?) but he seems to rotate. What does that make him?
> >
> > Hey, "experts"
> >
> > If you can't figure out if a guy is using one method or another by watching him, maybe there is no difference in the methods. You just think there is a difference. DUH!
> >
> > Joe A.
>
> Interesting.. Joe - how would you describe Ichiro's hitting mechanics?

Whomever,

I usually don't answer people who don't sign their name, but in this case I will.

I no longer use pros as models for hitting mechanics. As I result I do not know, or care, what Ichiro's mechanics are. I learned a long time ago that doing so is a mistake.

What's interesting is that most "experts" are still doing it. So, I am waiting for them to catch up to me. Unitl then, I can't discuss hitting mechanics with those who still do it. There is no common basis for discussion.

Joe A.