While analytics certainly aren’t everything, they play a big role in today’s game. Mike can watch bullpens or previous games, or look at Trackman or Rapsodo stats, and provide feedback on potential areas of improvement.

Mike credits a lot of his success in the major leagues to working with the late, world renowned sports psychologist, Ken Ravizza. Ken instilled valuable lessons in Mike about how to prepare for games, trust the process, and slow things down when the pressure on the mound started to build. Mike has shared his knowledge with countless players and deeply believes in the benefits of prioritizing mental skills.

In a landscape of increasing velocity and super competitive leagues, players these days can be at a higher risk of being overworked or injured. Mike can provide his opinions on what may be the most beneficial for an athlete from both a development and a health standpoint. Should the player play in a summer league? How often should they be throwing bullpens? Without contradicting the player’s existing coaches, Mike aims to be a resource on helping them perform once they do get on the mound.

Want to hear about Mike’s path from high school to the big leagues? Or maybe the story of game 7 of the World Series from the guy who was on the mound for the last pitch? Use this time to ask Mike all of your burning questions - he tends to be an open book.