Episode 172: 172. Blended Approach Group Discussion (Part One)

This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is a group discussion on blending the weightroom and on-field skill development. This is Part One of the interview.Speakers:-Logan Jones (Chicago White Sox)-Nate Friedman (Arizona Diamondbacks)Questions/topics covered in this episode:-General thoughts on how strength and conditioning coaches can influence on-field performance-Discussing player development plans with on-field coaching staff-Involving the player in the planning processQuotes:-"For me, first and foremost, I think it starts with leaving no stone unturned and committing to doing whatever it takes to help the player" - Nate Friedman (3:00)-"I think we always need to realize that no matter what the situation, our field is a field of service. And no matter who we're dealing with, whether it's players, front office, pitching coaches, hitting coaches, the mindset needs to be 'How can I help?'" - Nate Friedman (13:39)-"At the end of the day our guys are here professionally to play the game of baseball, to win games at the Major League level, to win a World Series championship" - Logan Jones (24:38) -"It's an entertainment industry, but we entertain by winning baseball games" - Logan Jones (24:59)If you would like to learn more from the guests on this episode, you can follow them on social media:Instagram:@logan_jones95 - Logan JonesTwitter:@Logan_Jones95 - Logan Jones