What can be learned from the run and throw? Running and throwing into a net and they will tout the velocity of the throw? What is this relatable to? Outfield Velo?
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A very good question. I am sure the proponents will have their own theories, such as developing external rotation, teaching "intent", etc. The main value I see is it lets the kids know that higher velocities are possible. If a kid can run and gun 98, why can't he throw that from the mound? (Actually, there may be several reasons.) But, letting the kid see the higher number lets him know that he is capable of higher numbers, IF he can optimize his mechanics, conditioning, explosiveness, etc.
Is the run and throw the same as outfield velocity as tested at showcases?
Brensdad posted:Is the run and throw the same as outfield velocity as tested at showcases?
Probably not in most cases. The run up throws you see posted on Twitter and elsewhere usually involve LONG run ups, followed by a borderline out-of-control throw. OF velocities are usually measured after a simulated catch, crow-hop, throw sequence.
The run and gun is not a new practice per se, but many of the run and gun videos that are seen as of late are are players doing a "pull down" using an underweight baseball. This does translate to a theoretical maximum intent throw per several studies. One of the goals of this process is to let the thrower know that higher velocities are possible with the correct kinematic sequences and proper training. As mentioned by MTH, OF velocities are measured during a fungo pop-fly where scouts will gauge how well the ball is tracked and how well the OF maneuvers through the catch and then throws to a cut, etc.