We’re excited to welcome Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder AJ Pollock to the podcast for Episode #12. A special thanks goes out to this show’s sponsor, Versaclimber. It’s my absolute favorite conditioning option, and they’ve got a great 10% off offer going for our podcast listeners at https://www.Versaclimber.com/Cressey.

Show Outline

• How AJ’s experience as a multi-sport athlete growing up in Connecticut allowed him to enjoy being a kid and develop into a well-rounded athlete
• How AJ went from an unnoticed player his junior year of high school to a star on the Connecticut baseball scene by the end his senior season
• What the college recruiting process was like for AJ as a standout hitter from the Northeast
• How AJ remained a successful hitter as he seamlessly transitioned from high school baseball to Division 1 competition at Notre Dame
• How the game of baseball has changed since AJ was drafted a decade ago
• How AJ has been able to utilize the influx of data in baseball to shorten the learning curve in his game and make meaningful adjustments to his hitting approach
• How AJ balances trusting his instincts and sticking to what works for him with the data revolution in baseball
• Why self-awareness, attention to detail, and continuous refinement have allowed AJ to remain consistent over the course of his career regardless of the level of competition
• What AJ’s typical batting practice routine is to prepare for a game
• How AJ has become one of most consistent defensive outfielders in the MLB
• How AJ has learned to manage his emotions daily and how he trains mentally to remain positive through the ups and downs of the game of baseball

You can follow AJ on Instagram at @AJPollock_.

Sponsor Reminder

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