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It’s true (about mental toughness) at the AA and AAA level. At the A level a lot of players are only there so the legitimate prospects have teammates. Once a player gets to AA he’s a prospect if he wasn’t considered a top prospect from the beginning.

Great post! I would say it could be any of the 3 or any combination of the 3, but most likely a combination of all 3.

I'm reading a book about the minor leagues and thought I would share this quote that I think beautifully explains the 6th tool @Consultant discusses so often: "One thing I know, because I never had overwhelming skills, is that the difference between most major leaguers and guys at this level [triple A] isn't physical; it's mental or emotional. Every guy in our clubhouse has the physical ability to play at the major-league level. But some don't have the confidence; some don't have the...

PT Wood; While in voluntary "lock down" my mind is constantly in the "coaching" teaching mode. Questions from a Coach to a player. Situation is runner on 3rd base, less than two outs. What is your role as the hitter? Hitter - "knock in the run", Coach - How? Players need the practice of hitting "fly ball" to the OF. The pitch should be "up" above the waist. BP should always include the fly ball drill. Minor League Manager's made daily reports to the Front office and include the 6th tool...