A leg lift . Probably the second part of the season, everybody started to talk about Jose Altuve, and everybody started to say, 'This midget, he can hit.' This Video is protected by the Copyright Act of 1976 Section 107.107. He also officially ran a blazing 4.30-second 40-yard dash, which is faster than both DeAndre Hopkins and Stefon Diggs when they were coming out. It goes all the way back to an Astros tryout camp 11 years ago. Here he is running the 40, with his dad, five-time All-Pro linebacker Joey Porter, looking on. The time is also the second-fastest among wide receivers. None of these games feel comfortable, Hinch says. What is the 40-yard dash? Its highly unlikely that Straw will ever get even a single at-bat during the Astros October repeat drive. It was low. @IlliniFootball DB Jartavius Martin with an insane 44" vertical.: #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/KfMTm4xTeA, Calijah Kancey is a 280-pound defensive lineman running an official 4.67 40-time : @NFL pic.twitter.com/SRcnqkv8jv. As Junior's allure faded, a new model jumped to the forefront. @SmithNoland2 @GeorgiaFootball: #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/Qb8NqQ0mZN. NFL combine 40-yard dash: Who was the fastest in 2023? He does a lot of things in the batting cage that sometimes you would not want a lot of guys to do. TCU Horned Frogs defensive back Tre'Vius Hodges-Tomlinson discusses how his uncle, Hall of Fame running back LaDainian Tomlinson, made an impact on his career. He came back the next day, and to make a long story short, I got to Venezuela, saw Altuve, and it got my attention the way he swung the bat, how he handled himself on the field, the energy. And then the rest was history because Altuve took a place, got in the lineup, got in the field, and I think he played for five days in a row and got one day off a week. He's got one of the quickest set of hands in baseball. The Houston Astros are in the Bronx and will do battle with the New York Yankees for the first time since the 2019 ALCS. Bucks on Saturday, F1 starting grid: Max Verstappen claims pole position for 2023 Bahrain Grand Prix, NCAA Tournament Bubble Watch: Games on March 4 that will determine whos in and out, Lewis Ritson vs. Ohara Davies fight time, live stream, more for junior welterweight bout, How to stream Avatar: The Way of Water before the 2023 Oscars. TCU's Derius Davis is an intriguing wide receiver prospect ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft. Here are the fastest 40-yard times by position: Last year, 33 players posted a 40 time of 4.40 seconds or quicker. Martinez, Altuve simply added a leg lift. Altuve had the right size and set of mechanics to be a teaching point for younger players. "The Astros back then, they looked for big players, physically strong and tall. Then he goes into his power and starts driving balls the other way and hitting balls over the fence. Beyond the magazine. ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. Even though only a little over 10,000 fans will be allowed at Yankee Stadium due to New Yorks COVID restrictions, you can bet every single one of them will bring it. Its what Myles Straw does. His lower body had nothing left to drive and his only hope was to spin and rely on his insane hand-eye coordination. That would beat many of even the NFL's elite receivers. ), Andrew Miller has not been the postseason weapon the Cleveland Indians expected. Nice article. L.A. did everything right until Game 7 And then getting an opportunity to watch him play in spring training games, I mean, he may be 5-foot-6, but he played like he's 6-foot-6. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. Each of these players are looking to improve their draft stock while possibly finding their future NFL team in the process. Next at-bat, the opposing manager said, 'Why are the outfielders playing so deep? As such, let's take a look at the all-time top 10 40-yard dash times: No. Adebawore's 40 time was faster than fellow Big Ten alumsAidan Hutchinson and Nick Bosa. 2023 NFL Combine: Tracking Anthony Richardson measurements, drill times, more. The two-time All-Big Ten selection isCBS Sports' No. Adebawore is currently CBS Sports' 89th-ranked prospect, but he could be moving up the board with the performance he just rolled out. might be gone. In 2013 his timing has to be perfect: He has to precisely time his front hip moving forward with the rotation of his upper body. And the manager got up and he said, 'Come on, man. Typically hell get the front leg in the air as the pitchers arm begins to turn over and come forward. He scored from second on a single in the eighth inning of Houstons 7-2 Game 1 romp, ripped off that breathtaking steal in the eighth inning of a 3-1 Game 2. Dont tell Yankees fans that this isnt the same cheating Astros squad from 2017. The 2023 NFL Combine will begin on Thursday, March 2. A leg lift in and of itself is not an instant fix for a hitter. The Yankees had won five in a row. If the athlete can find just one-hundredth of a second, they break 4.70. I would guess it depends on the hitters ability and the pitchers velocity. But he's done everything that he needs to do. That is how fast the Astros secret postseason weapon is. "You've got pitchers that can pinpoint where they want to throw it. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. No prospect at this time : 1. DraftKings operates pursuant to an Operating Agreement with iGaming Ontario. I told him I would be in Venezuela the next day. The 40-yard dash is the most watched and most talked about event annually at the NFL scouting combine. He also did some work with the ball in his hands during drills at the combine. Check out his run, here: 4.27u @UMichFootball DB DJ Turner II is turning heads.: #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/qm1YCrVoWX. In other words, theres speed and then theres Myles Straw speed. Joey Porter Sr. watches his son Joey Porter Jr. run the 40. Today, we look back at No. "I've always been. Whether you have long arms, short arms, as long as those hands are quick to the ball -- whether it's inside or outside, up or down -- you've got a good chance to putting good contact on the ball. . Instagram. Jose Altuve grew up in Maracay, Venezuela, with a family that supported his love of baseball from an early age. He ran the 60 yards and was the fastest guy in the group. Probably most important, I've just seen him be the most consistent player in baseball at his craft, at being a good hitter, good defender, Gold Glove, Silver Slugger, All-Star, hits leader, batting titles. He was already coming off a batting title, he was coming off a hit-total title [in 2014], and yet his first thing to me was, 'How can I get better? Georgia Bulldogs cornerback Kelee Ringo reflects on his 2023 NFL Scouting Combine outing with NFL Network's Kimmi Chex. According to Statcast, Altuve ran at 29.9 feet per second, reaching first base in just 3.33 seconds overall, which is apparently that's the fastest home-to-first time since 2015 when Statcast began collecting data. He does spend a lot of time in the video room watching pitchers, working on his swing. 36 overall prospect in this class. 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). By contrast, if the foot is already down, the trigger is a point in the flight of the ball: Once the ball crosses a certain point you launch the swing. It was in the [rookie-level] Appalachian League [in 2009]. The Northwestern product had a 4.54 40-yard dash, a 1.61 10-yard split, a 37.50' vertical, and a 10'5" on the broad jump. Quarterbacks, wide receivers and tight ends will take the field on Saturday and running backs and offensive linemen will close it out on Sunday. It's amazing.". Tyreque Jones celebrates with fellow defensive backs after wrapping up combine workout. Most guys, it's luck. There is Myles Straw taking off for second base and almost arriving before stunned Cleveland Indians catcher Yan Gomes has even caught Brad Hands pitch. In high school, Straw ran a 4.4 40-yard dash. Boom, next pitch, double to the right-center-field gap. ', "I don't know if anything's surprised me as much as I've just been able to have a front-row seat to his growth and his evolution from a really good player on some rough teams to an exceptional player on a great team. Hinch inserted Hinch as a pinch runner in each of the Astros first two playoff games and Straws already delivering. Smith, who has drawn comparisons to Eagles edge rusher Haason Reddick, is CBS Sports' sixth-ranked edge rusher and the No. Everything fires when it should. Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. Everybody started to respect him. Fastest 40-time for a RB at the NFL Combine. With Myles Straw tormenting the Oakland As to the tune of three steals, using his speed to push the Houston Astros to 20 games over .500, we look back on this long shots incredible journey which first gained notice in last Octobers playoffs. The defensive lineman turned in an amazing performance - clocking an official 40-yard-dash time of 4.39 seconds. Jose Altuve getting heckled during batting practice pic.twitter.com/72dHPnlRRF, Youre not allowed to curse in here but Altuve came out so pic.twitter.com/3j5xE40IKd. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Altuve's fly ball rate rose to 24.6 percent, too, after he hit them at a 21.8 percent during . Its a display of pure speed, an electric jolt in a sport that often finds itself reduced to strikeouts and home runs these days. This fresh-faced, 23-year-old is the pinch runner extraordinaire, the unbelievable luxury that the Astros ultra-deep roster gives them. And by the fifth, sixth day [of the tryout camp], I told the staff, 'For being a 15-,16-year-old kid, this kid has a good feel of what was going on at the plate.' Make sure you hit line drives, hard ground balls.' @tomiwabawore: #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/bbFHjvHvqY. With him, you see it time and time again and you say, 'All right, this guy is pretty good.' It's incredible to hear him before an at-bat say, 'Hey, watch this, I'm going to flip it right over here,' and he does it. You remember Correa essentially calling out every MLB fan last year. IF VELO 1/7/2012: SEASON STATISTICS (AUG 15TH - AUG 14TH) ANNUAL . Its about studying the pitchers and getting used to the kind of pitches they throw. In fact, Griffey even had a tee designed to teach this bat path. Are you looking to contact Customer Support about a subscription or account related question? UPDATE: Its been quite a day for EDGE rushers at the NFL Combine, highlighted by Georgias Nolan Smith going off in his drills. A player can be the best at his position, but run a poor 40 and see himself slide in the draft. That's the way I handled the situation with Altuve. It was a back field, and it was like him and eight other guys. It's amazing what this kid has accomplished all because of hard work and dedication.". Here's why. When Altuve faced a breaking ball on the outside edge before 2014, he was toast. Hes a .340 hitter now. ), The Houston Astros' work on the base paths has been an underrated aspect of their 2-0 series lead. When your peers know that you're great and then you exceed that expectation, I think that's the greatest compliment you can give. (Photo by F. Carter Smith. Theres a ton to love. As Jose Altuve begins the final act of his MVP-worthy season, everyone seems to have a short story that reads more like a tall tale of the first time the All-Star second baseman wowed them. The game is too dangerous: Perfect Game scouts assign a PG grade to all players that are evaluated at a PG Showcase. @PennStateFball : #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/RpeCskAR6Z. Editor's note: Originally published on Oct. 24, 2017. Or will it just vary? . The sign-stealing/buzzer rumors didnt help, either. / AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez. Odds to win 2018 World Series They are able to start whenever they want, as the electronic timing method tracks them from start to finish. Is that correct? I told him, 'Listen, you're a little guy. He's not Aaron Judge. The 40-yard dash is an electronic-timed sprint covering 40 yards. Beyond timing issues there are a host of mechanical issues that arise when hitters get their foot down too early. Save all of your favorite content in one curated collection. Altuve was a .280 hitter with that stride pattern. Defensive linemen need to show off their strength in the bench press but also have a chance to demonstrate the power they can generate at the line's interior. There is no extraneous movement of either his arms or hands, which creates a movement pattern that is very easy to repeat. They pulled him out of the game. Who will be MVP? Wow. This week, more than 300 prospects are in Indianapolis for the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. For defensive linemen, teams will look at their 10-yard split to see how quickly they can get off the starting line. Most hitters would rather have a trigger they control vs one where the pitcher is in charge. I just want to get a chance.' NFL combine: Does Bryce Young's lack of size matter? In many ways, Straw looks like Astros manager A.J. Alabama Crimson Tide edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. reacts to his workout video and how thankful he is to be here. Hes just a guy who loves to hit baseballs and now hes found a better way to go about the craft he loves. But he hit 15 homers in the minors in 2011, a precursor to what he has done over the past three seasons in the big leagues. In fact, we dont even have to bet on it anymore. But the man seemingly born to run didnt grow up with any big base running dreams. Banks came in second with an 11'4" broad jump, while Bennett was just behind him at 11'1". As a result, many are interested to see how he tests at the Scouting Combine. "You're a cheater!" the crowd heckled. When you've got a guy like that who's willing to work every minute of the day, it makes my job easier knowing that people around me want to play this game, as well as just as much as I do. Did we get that right? We didn't just have the nephew of an NFL great working out at Lucas Oil Stadium on Friday night; we had the son of one, too. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | @NUFBFamily DL Adetomiwa Adebawore is 280 pounds running a 4.54u. Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA (select parishes)/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. He kept saying, 'Are you sure? NFL combine 40-yard dash: Who was the fastest in 2023? In 2014 he hit .331 and .563 against those same pitches. 1: John Ross, 4.22 seconds in 2017 No. Charlie Morton, Dallas Keuchel and Collin McHugh may not be around, either. The first time I met him, I loved everything about him. They came in at No. Well be updating this list with relevant measurements and drill results as the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine progresses, so be sure to check back. HOUSTON, TEXAS - JULY 11: Manager Dusty Baker Jr. #12 of the Houston Astros hugs Jose Altuve after hitting a three run walk off home run in the ninth inning to beat the New York Yankees . This is still taught, unfortunately, but it has been usurped by the term "get the foot down early." 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Joey Porter Jr. did not compete in on-field drills, but he did the jumps and the 40-yard dash after posting some great measurements for one of the top cornerbacks in the class. He hit .230 against breaking balls on the outside corner. The defensive linemen and linebackers will go through their drills on Thursday starting at 3 p.m. 11-ranked cornerback, and heran an official 4.26 40-yard dash. Forever my American League MVP. 40 prospect overall -- has similar measurables to fellow Pitt product and Rams superstar Aaron Donald, who ran 0.01 seconds slower than Kancey in the 40. Michigan Wolverines EDGE Mike Morris looks at his prom photos and talks about what his style for the draft will be. 2 and No. Altuve used to be a prime example of getting his foot down early. 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Altuve has demonstrated the ability to get on base at around a .300 clip, and once there, he has had. 6: Jose Altuve's memorable dash around the bases to score the winning run in Game 2 of the 2017 American League championship series. 11:04 am ET, tied for the fifth-fastest at the combine ever, CBS Sports' fourth-ranked defensive tackle and the No. I know Im here for one reason and Ive got to make the most of it.. Since electronic timing was introduced in 1999, only four players have ran quicker than 4.25 seconds: 4.22 SECONDS Will anyone break John Ross #NFLCombine 40-yard dash record?Via: @NFL pic.twitter.com/EfgmT9lvIu. See if he can hit it.' NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. I think that is where the concept of "getting the front foot down early" comes from. It can be challenging to keep a mechanics-focused article engaging, but this one managed it easily. With the way he handles the bat and the power he's developed, a lot of this goes to hard work. Last year, Altuve put himself in a very bad position to hit anything on the outer third, especially if it had break. One of the biggest decisions a hitter has to make is when to swing the bat. NFL Throwback 725K subscribers Subscribe 80K views 1 year ago #AmericanFootball #NFL #NFLThrowback Check out the slowest and fastest. They dont care. Currently, the 31-year-old Altuve is 14th among active MLB players with 1,716 hits. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. We watch boxing fights together on Saturdays, UFC fights. I never really thought of myself as a base stealer or worked on it a lot until a few years ago, Straw tells PaperCity. When Myles Straw is wearing a button up shirt and gray dress pants his outfit for the Saturday night plane ride to Cleveland he could pass for a young energy company worker. The 2022 NFL Combine is officially underway in Indianapolis as the top draft prospects take center stage. He hits everything. Pending shuttle numbers, @TerpsFootball teammates Deonte Banks (98) and Jakorian Bennett (97) currently sit atop the NGS athleticism score rankings.Powered by @awscloud pic.twitter.com/MYafLCNOzs. Jumping out of the stadium. AL PEDRIQUE: "In all the years I've been involved with the game, Altuve was a special situation. Call 1-800-GAMBLER (PA/OH) or 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). In the '90s the hot term was "swing down at the ball." Full schedule, bracket for 2023 West Coast Conference Tournament, Pick against the spread, over/under for 76ers vs. 1996-2023 DIY Baseball LLC All Rights Reserved. Donald possessed a 98 athleticism score to Kancey's 94, according to Next Gen Stats. This guy doesn't have enough power.' He always told me, 'When you start evaluating players, have an open mind. Those who are a full eight minutes will be able to run in less than five seconds. For the record, Altuve is listed at 5-foot-6, a designation that even he admits is about one inch too generous. In high school, Straw ran a 4.4 40-yard dash. That's insane, and also awesome. He's a .340 hitter now. The Jose Altuve of old obsessed over his batting average. If you enjoyed it, consider subscribing to Baseball Prospectus. Scherzer tries to test pitch clock limits, gets balk, Rangers, LHP Smith agree to 1-year, $1.5M deal, 7 Cubs combine for 1st spring no-no since 2017, Jays 'playing it safe' after Guerrero tweaks knee, PitchCom-tipping: Loud device leaks Twins calls, Eflin's first start after $40M deal impresses Rays, Rangers' Leclerc to miss WBC with neck injury. Hopefully, [Astros owner] Jim [Crane] can sign him for 10 more years to this team so I can play with him for a long time. Altuve starts his when the picture turns over his throwing arm. This is well known. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Before today, the fastest 40 time at the combine since 2000 by a player 280-plus pounds was 4.68 seconds by Aaron Donald. He starts his stride plenty early. In 2013 he hit . Get PC Daily delivered directly to your inbox don't miss anything! Flash forward a year and hes mashing those same pitches at a .424 clip. Watch the full on-field workout from Georgia Bulldogs cornerback Kelee Ringo at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. We go grab dinners every once in a while, especially when we're on the road. We fight a lot, and five minutes later I'm like, 'That's why I love you, because we fight and then five minutes later we talk like nothing happened.' Prevents them from lunging even with a decent stride. If a smart player pointed out to his coach that Trout and Cabrera both had actual leg lifts, the coach could counter by pointing out their extreme size and strength. Eligibility restrictions apply. The real aid of a proper leg lift is what occurs inside a swing when the lift is properly executed. Jose Altuve Position: Second Baseman Bats: Right Throws: Right 5-6 , 166lb (168cm, 75kg) Team: Houston Astros (majors) More bio, uniform, draft, salary info MVP 8x All-Star 2x World Series Gold Glove 6x Silver Slugger 3x Batting Title ALCS MVP 2x ML PoY 27 27 Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. Below are the heat maps for both years against all pitch types. Really enjoyed the simple, straightforward explanation of the change and its profound impact. Suddenly Albert Pujols became the way to hit. Going Yard: The Magical Swing of Giancarlo Stanton, Calico Jack (Suwinski) is Back for the Attack. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. We were talking baserunning. For me, to be able the last three years to watch him grow, develop a relationship with him, see how he's impacted his teammates, hopefully he can add an MVP to that trophy case here this season.". Coming into 2014, Altuve added a simple leg kick. His 2013 swing looked like it featured a toe tap as well, while the 2014 didn't. In other words, there's speed and then there's Myles Straw speed. The thinking is that getting the foot down will create balance, reduce strikeouts through better bat control, and allow hitters to hit the opposite way by not flying open.