If we think about catchers and shortstops, we know a couple of things:
- They need to make firm & accurate throws across the diamond
- They don’t have a lot of time to do it
In other words, catchers and shortstops need to throw the ball hard, accurately, and quickly. When you do this over a period of time, you tend to develop a really efficient arm action out of necessity.
This is why your starting shortstop or catcher might be the best arm on your team that you don’t know about. They’re not worried about getting to a balance point, reading the watch, or finishing their pitch. They let their athleticism on the field determine their mechanics on the mound.
Just imagine if you had a team full of these guys…