Posted by: David () on Wed Dec 18 09:37:40 2002

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)
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> > > > > > > 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.
> > >
> > > Actually, MD did put his name on the thread, you just have to look up at the top.
> > >
> > > Reading your last paragraph, maybe that's why your posts often make no sense to me. I just haven't caught up with you? ;)
> > >
> > > Mark H.
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> Joe -
> You disappoint me. I invite you to join in the discussion and will continue to do so.
> You don't have to use pros as hitting models to comment on what Ichiro is doing. Surely you must have some insights into his unique hitting style, not as a model for anything, just as an example of somewhat non-orthodox but effective mechanics.

Joe
You can be kind of rude to people who are learning just like you should be.
David
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