The backwards hat and upright posture was replaced by the wide stance and no stride (even though Albert has always had a stride). Thanks! It was low. "I don't think he really knows what he's doing up there half the time. The New York Yankees have a big opportunity to make the Houston Astros look like chumps in the national spotlight. CRAIG BIGGIO (Hall of Famer and former Astros second baseman): "First time I saw him, it was on Field 3 in Kissimmee, Florida. What is the fastest 40-yard dash ever at the NFL combine? 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. Subscriptions support ongoing public baseball research and analysis in an increasingly proprietary environment. George Springer and Josh Reddick (ha!) It is run to evaluate the speed and acceleration of football players by teams at the NFL Scouting Combine. The 40-yard dash time is the drill everyone looks forward to every year at the NFL Combine. Also preach the idea of keeping the head in the center of their bodies. By Adam Weinrib. 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. (Photo by F. Carter Smith. If you love looking at the athletic testing numbers, these are the two players for you. In 2014 he hit .331 and .563 against those same pitches. Banks also led all cornerbacks with a 42" vert, while Bennett was tied for fourth with a 40.50". If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500(VA). If the athlete can find just one-hundredth of a second, they break 4.70. See if he can hit it.' Hitting breaking balls is also tough with that striding pattern as most hitters bend at the torso as they launch the bat to try and match the break of the breaking balls. 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. ', "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. He hits everything. His 2013 swing looked like it featured a toe tap as well, while the 2014 didn't. Before today, the fastest 40 time at the combine since 2000 by a player 280-plus pounds was 4.68 seconds by Aaron Donald. Some dressing gymnastics is a small price to pay for that. 41.5" vertical Nolan Smith got hops. In fact, Griffey even had a tee designed to teach this bat path. Typically when does the hitter start his swing? Its a near breathtaking moment, buried within the Houston Astros overall brilliance. Jos Carlos Altuve ( Spanish pronunciation: [altue]; born May 6, 1990) is a Venezuelan professional baseball second baseman for the Houston Astros of Major League Baseball (MLB). But off the field, as well, the relationship is great. 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. In fact, we dont even have to bet on it anymore. The average for defensive tackles is 1.75 seconds, with defensive ends at 1.65. "My flight got canceled, so I had to stay another night in the Dominican [Republic]. I love watching Jose Altuve hit. And the manager got up and he said, 'Come on, man. Myles Straws speed forced some much more established Major League players off the Astros postseason roster. All those points are incorrect but that hasnt stopped a slew of coaches from teaching the method. Weight transfer is very difficult to achieve when you plant the foot into the ground early. And that says a lot. Hodges-Tomlinson is CBS Sports' No. He elevated himself to one of the best hitters in the game with the help of a new and improved stride. What changed? TCU's Derius Davis is an intriguing wide receiver prospect ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft. 1: John Ross, 4.22 seconds in 2017 No. The Statler Swaps Tex-Mex for Steak, Grapevine Gets a Brazilian Concept, and Barbecue Debuts in Grand Prairie. Going Yard: The Magical Swing of Giancarlo Stanton, Calico Jack (Suwinski) is Back for the Attack. Previewing Day 2 of the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. UPDATE: Its been quite a day for EDGE rushers at the NFL Combine, highlighted by Georgias Nolan Smith going off in his drills. I told him I would be in Venezuela the next day. As a hitting instructor I have a lot of youth ball players come to me that try and stride and swing at the same time because they feel it generates power. Its already happening. Smith's unofficial time was clocked at 4.44, before officials checked the tape and . section: | slug: nfl-combine-2023-results-tracker-highlights-historic-40-yard-dash-teammates-dominate-more-big-performances | sport: football | route: article_single.us | The 40-yard dash is the most watched and most talked about event annually at the NFL scouting combine. That's it. The two-time All-Big Ten selection isCBS Sports' No. He loves studying hitting. What would be his timing to start the leg kick be? He can do it all. There is a point in his swing where both feet are touching the ground with only their toes. I said, 'Maya, I can't do it. He simply gets dressed against the side entrance of the shower. ", JEFF LUHNOW (Astros general manager, 2011-present): "The first time I saw him and the first time he wowed me, it was both the same time. @SmithNoland2 @GeorgiaFootball: #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/Qb8NqQ0mZN. He's not going to hit a ball off the Oxy sign out there [in left-center field at Minute Maid Park]. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. What changed? His minor league steal totals jumped from 21 in 2016 to 38 in 2017 to 70 (in 79 attempts) this year. This is a free article. Michigan's DJ Turner may have seen his draft stock climb Friday afternoon. Edge rushers are built different these days. He has exceeded my expectations of how good of a ballplayer he is. He ran the 60 yards and was the fastest guy in the group. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. The 40-yard dash is an electronic-timed sprint covering 40 yards. One run delivered by a super speed Straw dash could be even more vital in a heavyweight battle with the Boston Red Sox or New York Yankees in a potential American League Championship Series. The 2014 Altuve puts the earlier version to shame. Check out which prospects are must-see as we approach Saturday of the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. I really appreciate your response. But this teams DNA is contaminated with guys like Altuve, Carlos Correa, Yuli Gurriel and Alex Bregman all of whom have been insufferable characters ever since the Astros won the World Series in 2017. Fastest 40-time for a RB at the NFL Combine. @PennStateFball : #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/RpeCskAR6Z. They told 25 players that they put together for the tryout, Altuve was one of them, to go home. But I learned from Andres Reiner -- he was the guy that opened up the academy [in Venezuela] for the Astros. 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. But hell get the chance to run. The defensive linemen and linebackers will go through their drills on Thursday starting at 3 p.m. NFL combine 40-yard dash: Who was the fastest in 2023? Indeed, as Altuve begins the final act of his MVP-worthy season by leading the Astros into the World Series on Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium, 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. McDonald, who is CBS Sports' 11th-ranked edge rushing prospect, had an 11-foot broad jump -- which ranked second among all defensive linemen and linebackers. Next at-bat, the opposing manager said, 'Why are the outfielders playing so deep? If you enjoyed it, consider subscribing to Baseball Prospectus. Everything fires when it should. Who had the fastest 40-yard dash in 2023? Is that correct? Way-too-early 2018 power rankings The defensive lineman turned in an amazing performance - clocking an official 40-yard-dash time of 4.39 seconds. Quarterbacks, wide receivers and tight ends will take the field on Saturday and running backs and offensive linemen will close it out on Sunday. Here are the fastest 40-yard times by position: Last year, 33 players posted a 40 time of 4.40 seconds or quicker. Smith, who has drawn comparisons to Eagles edge rusher Haason Reddick, is CBS Sports' sixth-ranked edge rusher and the No. Scouts and coaches all over the U.S. put a huge amount of weight into the 40 yard dash. 40-yard dash: 4.65 seconds Three-cone: 6.96 seconds Bench Press: 7 Johnny Johnson Height: 5-foot-11 Weight: 196 pounds Hand Size: 10 inches Vertical Jump: 35.5 inches Broad Jump: 10-1. As a result, many are interested to see how he tests at the Scouting Combine. Derius Davis' measurements and results from the 2023 NFL Scouting combine, including height, weight, 40-yard dash time and hand size. 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. No one needs to tell him that every dash counts. Its somewhere around there. Altuve took it. It's amazing what this kid has accomplished all because of hard work and dedication.". He's got such great hand-eye coordination. Copyright 2010- FantasyPros.com All picks and predictions are suggestions only. You don't currently have any notifications. None of these games feel comfortable, Hinch says. 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. You remember Correa essentially calling out every MLB fan last year. What is the 40-yard dash? He might be the most hated Astro among Yankees supporters given his ridiculous success against the Bombers in the 2017 and 2019 ALCS. He's an incredible player, and he's evolved and gotten better every single year. On Friday, we did the same for cornerbacks and safeties. (Photo by F. Carter Smith. 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. That is how good Straws jump is. And Gurriels racist taunt directed at Yu Darvish in that Fall Classic. 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. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. He's just six hits shy of getting to No. 11-ranked cornerback, and heran an official 4.26 40-yard dash. Jose Altuve grew up in Maracay, Venezuela, with a family that supported his love of baseball from an early age. That would beat many of even the NFL's elite receivers. This isnt the type of guy who gets recognized in his everyday life. Its what Myles Straw does. Below are each of the top individual performances from Indianapolis, as several players surely improved their draft stocks by virtue of their performances. 1996-2023 DIY Baseball LLC All Rights Reserved. He starts his stride plenty early. @BUFootball CB Kalon Barnes was just .01 shy of John Ross' Combine record of 4.22. Dont tell Yankees fans that this isnt the same cheating Astros squad from 2017. A leg lift in and of itself is not an instant fix for a hitter. ), Astros lifeline Jose Altuve came up limping on a dash, but he played on. 3: Chris Johnson, RB, 4.24. Instagram. In 2014 he hit .346 in that same location. But his compatriots also put up some eye-popping numbers. 2 and No. Astros embrace, enjoy their moment So, one day, I made a decision. His new leg lift has given him an easier way to time the baseball. The relationship keeps growing. (I promise I made all my mechanical notes before consulting the Brooks Baseball charts below.). 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. Which doesnt mean he cannot go unnoticed. This is why I love Altuve. Then there's the power. Martinez, Altuve simply added a leg lift. Tony Gwynn was another guy that was very similar in that way. He's a unique hitter. "The Astros back then, they looked for big players, physically strong and tall. Its highly unlikely that Straw will ever get even a single at-bat during the Astros October repeat drive. 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. Calijah Kancey showed off his speed in a major way on Day 1, logging a 4.67-second 40-yard dash. In 2013 he hit . Cornerbacks Jakorian Bennett and Deonte Banks apparently became the fastest cornerback teammates inNFL combine historywith 4.30 and 4.35 40-yard dash times. originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago. 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. ), Alex Bregman always goes all out for the Houston Astros. NFL combine 2023 tracker: Top performances, highlights, NFL combine: Winners and losers from DB workouts, Mock Draft: Panthers, Colts trade up for QBs, Rodgers' trade value, logistics, best fit, Top QB in draft: I definitely don't want to play for 1 team, Jerry Jones: Dak can get better with age like Brady, Report: Daniel Jones actually wants more than $45M per, Ex-Patriots star McGinest facing 8 years in prison, Jerry Jones: Cowboys can find way to keep both RBs, Emmanuel Forbes (Mississippi State): 4.35, Emmanuel Forbes (Mississippi State): 1.48, Darrell Luter Jr. (South Alabama): 40.50", Adetomiwa Adebawore (Northwestern): 10'5". When you've had as much success as Jose's had over the last four or five years, he's pretty darned good at it. And Bregman reading his apology from a piece of scrap paper with a smirk on his face last offseason when he finally faced the media about the scandal. To watch him grow and mature -- I've seen him become a father for the first time, I've seen him speak out in meetings for the first time and be a leader vocally. His average had risen to .389 between two minor league levels in 2011 when the Houston Astros decided to call him up directly from Double-A. Jose Altuve went 2-for-4 with two home runs and a walk in a 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. @KaayBarnes_ : #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/1uYxqNOPlg. ", CARLOS CORREA (Astros shortstop, 2015-present): Inside the field, obviously you can see everything that happens there -- turning double plays, having good times and everything. 6-keys: media/spln/nfl/reg/free/stories, at The 40-yard dash is an electronic-timed sprint covering 40 yards. Charlie Morton, Dallas Keuchel and Collin McHugh may not be around, either. Astros slugger Jose Altuve stepped into the box to take some batting practice, and the fans let him hear it. DraftKings operates pursuant to an Operating Agreement with iGaming Ontario. They came in at No. 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. / AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez. (Photo by F. Carter Smith. Its time. Thats all fine and dandy. No prospect at this time : 1. ", CARLOS BELTRAN (Astros designated hitter, 2017): "Honestly, I've never seen anything like him. Two seasons ago, I had two athletes run 4.73 on the same day. It can be challenging to keep a mechanics-focused article engaging, but this one managed it easily. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. Our favorite two segments to analyze are 0-20 and 10-40, and the formula for success is simple: 2.70 seconds from 0-20 yards and 3.00 seconds from 10-40 yards. I mentioned that Altuve's pre-2014 swing should be weak against breaking balls. Correa proposes on field after WS win 11:04 am ET, tied for the fifth-fastest at the combine ever, CBS Sports' fourth-ranked defensive tackle and the No. Who will be MVP? 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. Watch the full on-field workout from Illinois Fighting Illini safety Sydney Brown at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. Hes his own unit of measurement. ), The Houston Astros' work on the base paths has been an underrated aspect of their 2-0 series lead. Fans should also check out our complete NFL Draft coverage throughout the next several weeks ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft. He is able to keep his back heel down until it is forced up. @SmithNoland2 | @GeorgiaFootball pic.twitter.com/KBlEWdqCJI. That said, don't sleep on teammate Sydney Brown, who finished right behind Martin in the broad jump (10-foot-10) while jumping 40.5 inches and running the 40 in 4.47 seconds. Throw him a fastball. A Surprising Closure on Oak Lawn, Texas Monthly Highlights New Dallas Spots, and Coffee Comes to a Forme A Vancouver-Based Restaurant Comes to NorthPark, and Two Local Markets Debut This Spring. Hes a long shot with wheels. . 284 against strikes on the outer third. (Photo by F. Carter Smith. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Before today, the fastest 40 time at the combine since 2000 by a player 280-plus pounds was 4.68 seconds by Aaron Donald. ), Alex Bregman beat the tag to score the go-ahead run from first base in the sixth and then later homered. While not a perfect representation, the purpose of his drill is to test how well the ends can turn tight corners and get around the offensive line. As Junior's allure faded, a new model jumped to the forefront. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. With the way he handles the bat and the power he's developed, a lot of this goes to hard work. The 2023 NFL Combine will begin on Thursday, March 2. At that time, I was doing international scouting and working with infielders. HINCH (Astros manager, 2015-present): "The first time I met him, he talked about wanting to be better. No, I'm a California resident looking for the California Consumer Privacy Act form. Wow. "You're a cheater!" the crowd heckled. Its not as dramatic as Bautistas or Donaldson's but it is still effective. Hes hitting for more power and striking out less. The defensive linemen and linebackers will go through their drills on Thursday starting at 3 p.m. It's incredible. Altuve's fly ball rate rose to 24.6 percent, too, after he hit them at a 21.8 percent during . 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. He can flat-out rake. Thats not specifically why I love him. This is still taught, unfortunately, but it has been usurped by the term "get the foot down early." In other words, theres speed and then theres Myles Straw speed. That's the way I handled the situation with Altuve. The greatest lineups ever? Making this movement pattern even worse is the behavior of his back foot. It's already happening. Watch the full on-field workout from Georgia Bulldogs cornerback Kelee Ringo at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. We're like brothers out there. But the man seemingly born to run didnt grow up with any big base running dreams. Typically hell get the front leg in the air as the pitchers arm begins to turn over and come forward. Eastern Michigan Eagles EDGE Jose Ramirez runs the 40-yard dash at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. These college standouts will look to impress in measurements and drills to help boost their stock ahead of April.. One workout that tends to make the biggest headlines is the 40-yard dash. Its about studying the pitchers and getting used to the kind of pitches they throw. Altuve has demonstrated the ability to get on base at around a .300 clip, and once there, he has had. When your peers know that you're great and then you exceed that expectation, I think that's the greatest compliment you can give. Hinchs new favorite toy. Full schedule, bracket for 2023 West Coast Conference Tournament, Pick against the spread, over/under for 76ers vs. Kurkjian celebrates the little guy in baseball, Altuve addresses Astros' buzzer conspiracy. Blink and you will miss Altuve's hands and wrists zooming through the hitting zone. The Jose Altuve of old obsessed over his batting average. Flash forward a year and hes mashing those same pitches at a .424 clip. "I've always been. Suddenly Albert Pujols became the way to hit. While everyone runs a 40-yard dash, dont count out the importance of this drill for the big men. Top team fits for defensive backs Deonte Banks, Joey Porter Jr. after combine. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Boom, next pitch, double to the right-center-field gap. 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.' Altuve is a great teaching model for kids. While WRs, RBs and DBs typically have the fastest times, the 40-yard dash is considered an important Combine event for all positions. Predictions, inside intel and odds, From a scorching DH to a solid utility man, ranking all 52 players in the Fall Classic, A wild Division Series weekend showed off the best of October baseball, Astros' Altuve makes sensational jump-throw for an out in Game 2 of ALDS. Hinch inserted Hinch as a pinch runner in each of the Astros first two playoff games and Straws already delivering. Players start in a track position and then sprint 40 yards as fast as they can. He batted .343 that summer in Venezuela and never stopped hitting. Adebawore's 40 time was faster than fellow Big Ten alumsAidan Hutchinson and Nick Bosa. Latest on Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN Justin Verlander might be injured. The second pitch, another breaking ball. Enjoy your three-day stay in New York, Altuve. Nearly everybody can relate to Jose Atluve. (Photo by F. Carter Smith. I had no idea what he was saying. ET. Don't turn anybody down. In the '90s the hot term was "swing down at the ball." Please play responsibly. Really enjoyed the simple, straightforward explanation of the change and its profound impact. Slowest & Fastest OL 40-Yard Dash Times Since 2010! DALLAS KEUCHEL (Astros pitcher, 2012-present): "When I first signed, I got a glimpse of him in short-season A-ball for a month [in Troy, New York]. Eligibility restrictions apply. He also did some work with the ball in his hands during drills at the combine. For the record, Altuve is listed at 5-foot-6, a designation that even he admits is about one inch too generous. The way he walked on the field, handled himself, how quick his hands were. Hes also improved the timing of his swing. Beyond timing issues there are a host of mechanical issues that arise when hitters get their foot down too early. "I always tell my wife, 'Who was going to believe then, when we had Altuve at 15, that he was going to be a superstar?' Hitters never want to be in this position because its hard to fire the lower body and even harder to balance. JUSTIN VERLANDER (Astros pitcher since being acquired in an Aug. 31 trade): "The one thing I noticed that I didn't notice with him [before] was actually how good he is, if that makes sense. (Photo by F. Carter Smith.). We track measurements and drill results for each defensive lineman at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. It goes down on the scorecard as a simple steal of second base. Never forget that Jose Altuve cheated and Aaron Judge still had a better season than him in 2017. Banks came in second with an 11'4" broad jump, while Bennett was just behind him at 11'1". Pitchers arm swing? John Ross - 4.22 seconds - Fastest 40 yard dash by a WR. The best and worst Seattle Mariners hats of all time; 40 in 40: Gabe Speier's . Adebawore is currently CBS Sports' 89th-ranked prospect, but he could be moving up the board with the performance he just rolled out. Here's everything you need to know about Houston's win over L.A. Astros win first World Series title If a HS hitter has a leg kick or is looking to convert to one. (Photo by F. Carter Smith. 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. Donald possessed a 98 athleticism score to Kancey's 94, according to Next Gen Stats. That is how fast the Astros secret postseason weapon is. In order to receive a PG Grade, players must attend a Showcase to complete their full evaluation. Even in the 2014 version of Jose he does not start his path to the ball until his front foot is down. Here, George Springer gets there. The 2023 NFL Combine will begin on Thursday, March 2. Odds to win 2018 World Series Adebawore's 40 time was faster than fellow Big Ten alums Aidan Hutchinson and Nick Bosa.

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