In this episode, Daulton Barry and Grayson Liebhardt discuss the growing influence of artificial intelligence in baseball, exploring its potential benefits and challenges. They emphasize the importance of using AI as a tool to enhance human capabilities rather than replace them, and they explore the future of AI in player development, scouting, and how the human element of the game fits into these boundaries. The conversation wraps up with them revealing their athlete spotlights for the week, highlighting the hard work and dedication of trainees in this most recent training block. 00:00 Introduction & Jersey Thursdays 02:11 The Rise of Artificial Intelligence 07:38 Practical Applications of AI in Training 16:12 Inherently Good or Inherently Bad? 23:44 The Future of AI in MLB 34:45 Automated Programming & The Human Element 40:57 Athlete Spotlights

In this edition of The Desert Shift Podcast, Daulton Barry chats with the most recent addition to the AZ Pitching Staff, Pitching Intern Brewer Hendrix, who shares a little about his journey from athlete to coach and dives into his key takeaways from his first few weeks in-gym. Daulton and Brewer go on to explore the challenges of imposter syndrome, the significance of fostering strong relationships, and the diversity of athletes that train at Driveline. The conversation highlights the struggles of converting from a player to a coach and how growth and development is an integral part of not only training at Driveline, but working here as well. The episode wraps up with a new addition to the podcast, where both trainers shoutout a trainee that has gone above and beyond recently. 00:00 Introduction 02:45 Brewer Hendrix Background & Journey 08:48 Imposter Syndrome 12:54 ULM Baseball Jerseys 15:30 The Range of In-Gym Athletes We Work With 23:16 Skeleton BioMech Viewer & Non-Repeatable Mechanics 29:43 The Challenges of Converting From Player to Coach 33:40 Growth & Development as a Coach at Driveline 40:00 Athlete Shoutouts

In this episode, Jack, Marek and guest Director of Hitting Tanner Stokey break down how new hitting metrics from Baseball Savant are reshaping the way we evaluate and train hitters. They explore key concepts like vertical and horizontal attack angles, depth of contact, and bat path—and explain why context is critical when interpreting these numbers. Using case studies of hitters like Juan Soto, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Ronald Acuña Jr., they highlight how swing decisions, biomechanics, and ball flight data can be used to optimize performance at the plate.

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.

In this episode, Jack, Josh and Marek dive into the evolving landscape of bullpen strategy, breaking down how teams are using openers, managing pitcher familiarity, and creatively deploying relievers to gain an edge. They explore how back-to-back usage, arm slots, and chronic workload impact performance, and why spring training should prepare pitchers for postseason demands. The conversation also touches on the double hook proposal, the challenges of positionless pitching, and the need for more context-aware metrics to better evaluate reliever effectiveness—all through the lens of building resilient, high-performing pitching staffs. 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.

In this edition of The Desert Shift Podcast, Daulton Barry and Grayson Liebhardt discuss the importance of autonomy in player development, effective methods to get out of a pitching rut, and the mental preparation and pre-pitch routines necessary to have a successful outing. The concept of pitching on the offense is explored, as well as the necessity of training to perform well in-game, not in the gym. They share personal experiences throughout their careers, highlighting decisions made and lessons learned that ultimately led them down their current career paths. The episode comes to a close with a light-hearted conversation about the importance of fostering growth as a human being while training. 00:00 Introduction 01:45 Athlete Autonomy & Self-Development 10:45 Getting Out of a Rut & Pre-Pitch Routines 22:00 The Importance of Journaling Your Outings 26:12 Personal Turning Points Throughout Careers 37:15 When Did An Athlete Teach You Something? 42:48 Building Relationships & Growing as Humans

In this episode of the Driveline podcast, Connor White, Jack Lambert, and Tanner Stokey discuss the science of bat speed. They explain how increasing bat speed directly impacts exit velocity and distance, using insights from Driveline's research and MLB data. They go over effective training methods, why raw speed isn't always enough, and the importance of optimizing for game-usable speed by swinging at 90-95% of peak capacity.

In this episode, Daulton Barry sits down with Mike Paesani, who shares his journey to Driveline as well as insights gained from working in high performance sports. The discussion highlights the importance of diversified work experience, the need for cohesion between high performance and skill training, and the significance of data-driven approaches in athlete development. They explore how to enhance coordination and movement patterns in athletes, the value of gamifying bullpen sessions, and the potential value in better understanding lead leg block and force plate data. 00:00 Introductions & Paesani's Path to Driveline 11:05 Collaborative Programming Between HP & Pitching Trainers 18:21 The Fine Line of "Sports Specific" Lifting 20:45 Balancing All the Fragments of Development 26:20 Willingness to Be Wrong & Doing the Hard Tasks 29:30 Plyometrics & Improving Coordination 36:05 Randomizing/Gamifying Bullpens 44:36 Investigating Force Plate & Lead Leg Block Data

In this episode, Jack, Josh & Marek discuss how data and wearable technology are revolutionizing pitching workload management. They explain how tools like Pulse and Whoop provide key insights into total stress, beyond just game throws, by tracking acute and chronic workload. This data-driven approach enables intentional strategies crucial for preventing injuries and optimizing performance for pitchers at all levels.

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.

In this episode of the podcast, Daulton Barry and Nik Pearson explore various topics relating to baseball training, focusing on the intersection of neuroscience, mental training, and importance of asking 'why' as a coach. They discuss the importance of movement preparation, the role of mental clarity in athletic performance, and the significance of building strong relationships with your peers. The conversation also delves into the value of experimentation in coaching, learning from failures, and the necessity of collaboration among coaches to foster a rich learning environment for athletes. 00:00 Introduction 02:02 Neural Priming Study & Application 14:54 Asking "Why" While Coaching 21:26 Have Courage to Try New Things & Fail 33:05 Educate Your Athletes 39:08 The Importance of Collaboration & Differing Opinions 54:20 Hot Dog Orders?

In this episode of the Driveline podcast, Tanner Stokey, Connor White and Joel Condreay sit down with Corvallis Knights Head Coach Brooke Knight to discuss how summer baseball shapes player development. They cover the importance of game reps, collaboration with college coaches, and the challenges of daily play. The conversation also explores NIL, leadership, and how players can maximize both personal and athletic growth during summer leagues.