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quote:Originally posted by rattlers1b:
I had a question about whether having the elbow up or down (relaxed) before you swing has an effect on your swing. My coach believes that having the elbow down allows the batter to drop their back side less. I'm under the impression that it doesn't have much of an effect. What do you guys think of it?
quote:Originally posted by Low Finish:
Doesn't matter, good MLB hitters have varying placements. As long as it isn't horribly low, you're OK. Worry more about turning the barrel with the hands.
quote:Originally posted by SultanofSwat:
OP, for an alternative view...
If you don't put your back elbow up at toe touch, then you will have to worry about turning the barrel with your tiny hand muscles.
Use the combined leverage of your back elbow, your dropping back shoulder, and the rotation of your torso/hips to do the heavy lifting with the bat. Use the tiny earthworm-sized muscles in your hands to hang on for dear life.
