Javier Baez is the hottest new name on the baseball map. The 21-year old Cubs second baseman has belted three home runs in his first three Major League games, including a game-winning homer in extra innings during his MLB debut on Tuesday.
Though it’s tough to argue with results but Baez’s mechanics at the plate are pretty unorthodox – his swing is long and violent and includes a gigantic front leg step that results in him rolling his ankle almost every time.
Somebody went ahead and made a this GIF comparing Baez’s plate technique to that of Gary Sheffield, the former Major League outfielder who was well-known for his unique bat waggle and violent swing. The result is pretty uncanny and – considering the long & successful career Shef had – I’m sure it won’t hurt Cubs fans’ excitement about Baez.
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