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Elite Baseball Development Podcast

Eric Cressey
Baseball
Strength Training
Nutrition
Injury Prevention
Cressy Sports Performance
Athletic Performance
Tommy John Surgery
Baseball Training
Cressey Sports Performance
Strength and Conditioning
Sleep
Youth Sports
Athlete Development
AG1
Sports Medicine
Athletic Training
Youth Baseball
Pitching Mechanics
Physical Therapy
Sports Performance

The Elite Baseball Development Podcast is a one-stop-shop for baseball development. Please subscribe to get updates for every new show!

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In this podcast, Eric digs into the considerations you should have when evaluating where and who athletes should be referred to. A referral to a specialist is vital to athletic performance because this is where they will be spending a bulk of their t... more

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In this episode, Eric highlights a recent study on the sports medicine impacts of pitch count implementation in Japanese youth baseball.

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In this podcast, Eric highlights the results of a recent Japanese study that examined the relationship between physical maturity and velocity and spin rate. There are some important implications for elementary, middle, and high school athletes.

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Recent Guests

Austin Henrich
Director of pitching at CSP Florida
CSP Florida
Episode: 229. Austin Henrich on The Future of Pitching Development
Shane Drohan
MLB pitcher, Milwaukee Brewers
Milwaukee Brewers / CSP athlete
Episode: 228. Shane Drohan on Hypermobility, Pitch Design, and Long-Term Development
Sean Casey
Former MLB player, College of Richmond alum, Breakthrough Pro founder
Breakthrough Pro / Former MLB teams
Episode: 227. Sean Casey and The Mental Game of Baseball
Scott Brown
Pitching coach with a long tenure at Vanderbilt University; former player at SUNY Cortland
Vanderbilt University
Episode: 225. Scott Brown on Recruiting and Developing SEC-Caliber Pitchers
Robby Sikka
Physician, entrepreneur, founder and CEO of Smart (AI health technology company)
Smart
Episode: 224. Dr. Robby Sikka on Tennis Injuries, Sports Medicine Trends, and Player Advocacy
Slade Cecconi
MLB pitcher, member of Cleveland Guardians organization
Cleveland Guardians
Episode: 223. Slade Cecconi on Late Bloomers, Veteran Mentorship, and Self-Evaluation
Dr. Michael Freehill
Board-certified orthopedic surgeon, sports medicine specialist with a focus on throwers' elbow
Stanford Medical Center; MLB Team Physicians Association
Episode: 222. Dr. Michael Freehill on College Injuries, Flexor Tears, and Research Breakthroughs
Ian Seymour
Pitcher for the Tampa Bay Rays
Tampa Bay Rays
Episode: 221. Ian Seymour on Offseason Adjustments, Tommy John Rehab, and Social Media Avoidance
Eric Wagner
Orthopedic surgeon and director of upper extremity research at Emory
Emory Healthcare
Episode: 219. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and Peripheral Nerve Entrapment with Dr. Eric Wagner and Dr. Robert Bowers

Host

Eric Cressey
Host with CSP background focusing on baseball development, injury prevention, and performance science.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 407 ratings
  • Wisdom from a Career .300 hitter

    All of these podcasts are outstanding and special in their own way. This one with Sean Casey really “hit it out of the park,” though! The interview inspired my day with its multiple messages of believing in yourself, working on your game on a daily basis, loving the work you are doing, and being yourself. This applies to al of us who are fortunate enough to live on this earth! Muchas Gracias!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stay inside the ball
    United States3 months ago
  • Amazing for Parents & Coaches

    I really enjoy listening to the different areas within baseball that Eric breaks down to help players, parents and coaches of all ages and skill levels. When looking at a baseball development podcast, this one hits youth all the way through Major League Baseball and showcases some of the challenges within the development process!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RB0292
    United States4 months ago
  • Game-Changing Insights for Serious Ballplayers

    A must-listen for anyone serious about baseball performance! Every episode leaves you better informed and more dialed-in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stacey203
    United States4 months ago
  • Absolute gem!

    This podcast is an absolute gem for parents navigating high level baseball and the injury risks that come with. I recommend this to everyone!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hailgu
    United States4 months ago
  • Elite Baseball

    Epic and informative! Love the content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Batman_4264
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners praise the depth and practicality of insights for coaches, parents, and athletes.
The show is described as a must-listen for serious baseball development and injury prevention.
Audience notes the mix of elite guests and accessible coaching advice as highly valuable.

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#160
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#110
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#173
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#64
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#106
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#113
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

224. Dr. Robby Sikka on Tennis Injuries, Sports Medicine Trends, and Player Advocacy
Q: What early actions can tennis programs take to reduce injury risk among youth players?
Preserve long-term development by protecting rest periods, limiting early specialization, standardizing youth training loads, and ensuring access to preventive care and education about injury risks. Emphasizing off-season rest and multi-sport participation helps build resilience and reduce burnout.
224. Dr. Robby Sikka on Tennis Injuries, Sports Medicine Trends, and Player Advocacy
Q: How do you balance leveraging AI and big data with maintaining the human connection essential to athlete care?
AI should be used to free up time for clinicians to connect with athletes, not replace them. The goal is to use AI to organize information, identify risks, and guide conversations, while the clinician maintains empathy, individualized plans, and ongoing support for the athlete.
224. Dr. Robby Sikka on Tennis Injuries, Sports Medicine Trends, and Player Advocacy
Q: What questions do you think athletes should be asking when they're interviewing trainers, therapists, or sports-medicine experts for on-the-road support?
Athletes should ask about the practitioner's experience across sports, their approach to injury prevention, how they balance care with performance goals, and how they tailor plans to the athlete's career timeline and priorities. The best answers focus on commitment, accountability, and a clear plan that aligns with the athlete's goals while emphasizing access to the right people and transparent decision-making.
222. Dr. Michael Freehill on College Injuries, Flexor Tears, and Research Breakthroughs
Q: What are the biggest aha moments from your work in labs and biomechanics, and how has that shaped your approach to coaching and patient care?
The key realization is that data by itself isn't enough; you need a dedicated team to interpret it, turn it into actionable plans, and apply it consistently. This means having people who understand biomechanics, clinical work, and data workflows to drive decisions that actually help pitchers stay healthy and improve performance.
206. Dr. Keith Baar on Bulletproofing Tendons and Ligaments
Q: Could you describe what brought you to the world of molecular exercise physiology and how that's led to your focus nowadays?
Dr. Baar shares his journey from being a regular athlete to focusing on exercise physiology, driven by a desire to understand performance and injury mechanisms.

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What is Elite Baseball Development Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on baseball development through a blend of data-driven lab insights, biomechanics, and practical coaching. Episodes often explore long-term pitcher development, injury prevention and management, and the balance between advanced technology and on-field technique. A recurring thread is how to translate complex science into actionable guidance for players, parents, and coaches across youth to professional levels. Notable angles include hypermobility, workload management, and the mental game, with frequent guests ranging from MLB pitchers and college coaches to physicians and sports scientists. The format often features deep-dive biomechanical discussions, real-world coaching tips, and emphasis on consistent, individualized pro... more

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Recent guests on Elite Baseball Development Podcast include:

1. Austin Henrich
2. Shane Drohan
3. Sean Casey
4. Scott Brown
5. Robby Sikka
6. Slade Cecconi
7. Dr. Michael Freehill
8. Ian Seymour

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