In the game of baseball, they have a saying that your best offence is a good defense. Although this is true in many ways, its still very important to have proper mechanics at the plate as a batter. It is for this reason which is why I will tell you how to have a mechanically perfect swing. When you step to the plate, usually most batters will stand with there legs about shoulders length apart or a bit longer. Be sure to bend both legs while balancing the majority of your weight on your back leg. Also, be sure to be on your toes the entire time because this promotes good balance. In terms of holding the bat, you will want to grip the bat loosely, yet you still want to have enough grip to control the bat. Also grip the bat with your seconds knuckles lining up and keep your hands close in towards chest level. In terms of watching the pitcher, you want to keep your head down and eye on the ball. A common mistake in batting is when the batter pulls his head out which leads to them swinging and missing because you can't hit what you can't see. When the pitch is being delivered, try to pick up the ball right as the pitcher is at his highest point of throwing the ball. From here you will want to load your hands backwards and explode your hips open, proceeding to swinging through the zone and keeping the bat level and ideally, hitting the ball on the bat's barrel. When I say explode your hips open, I mean turn your hips/open them toward the pitcher, while pivoting on your back foot. This pivoting on your back foot, you with want to make a bug squishing motion. Also, while swinging, be sure to keep all your weight back. This produces line drives rather than weak ground balls or pop ups. Follow these tips and i'm sure you'll be "roping" the ball like you've never done before.
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