Skip to content
Baseball Training World
  • Free Coaching Templates
  • General
  • Pitching
  • Batting
  • Base Running

Pitching

4 Pros and 4 Cons of Using ERA as a Statistic

by Steve Nelson
First base view of a pitcher in a pinstripe uniform delivering a pitch with overlaying text that reads "4 Pros and 4 Cons of Using ERA as a Statistic"

ERA stands for “earned run average” and it represents the number of earned runs that a pitcher allows per nine … Read more

What is a Good ERA in Baseball?

by Steve Nelson
Pitcher in a blue long-sleeved shirt standing in front of a scoreboard with overlaying text that reads "What is a Good ERA in Baseball?"

Whenever you’re watching a professional baseball game and you see a pitcher warming up for the first time, they almost … Read more

The Balk Rule in Baseball: A Complete Overview

by Steve Nelson
First base view of a right-handed pitcher on the pitcher's mound in the middle of his delivery

There are a lot of rules in baseball, but the one rule that seems to be the most elusive for … Read more

8 Common Examples of a Balk in Baseball

by Steve Nelson
Backside view of a first base umpire watching the pitcher deliver a pitch

Most players, coaches, and fans know that a penalty for a balk in baseball is the runner getting to advance … Read more

Why is a Balk Illegal in Baseball?

by Steve Nelson
Right-handed pitcher wearing number 48 in the middle of his windup with overlaying text that reads "Why is a Balk Illegal in Baseball?"

Whenever I’m playing baseball and a pitcher makes an illegal move, it seems like many players understand what constitutes a … Read more

What is the Penalty for a Balk in Baseball?

by Steve Nelson
Left-handed baseball pitcher on the pitcher's mound in the middle of his windup while looking toward first base

Baseball is an exciting sport to both play and watch, but it is a sport that has a lot of … Read more

3 Scenarios When a Pitcher Can Throw to an Unoccupied Base

by Steve Nelson
Empty first base

The balk rule in baseball can be a complicated rule to understand, even for veterans of the game. There are … Read more

Can Pitchers Fake a Pickoff Attempt?

by Steve Nelson
Backside view of a baserunner wearing a purple jersey in his ready position and watching the pitcher

When it comes to rules in baseball, the pitcher seems to have the most. But with all of these rules, … Read more

What is a Walk-Off Balk in Baseball?

by Steve Nelson
A baseball player in a white uniform winding up to deliver a pitch from the mound

With the MLB playing over 2,000 total games in a season, baseball has a lot of chances for a game … Read more

6 Fundamentals Of Pitching In Baseball

by Steve Nelson
The back of a pitcher's head who is winding up. The batter, umpire, and catcher are blurry in the background

Although professional pitchers in the major leagues make pitching look simple, there is a lot more to the art of … Read more

Older posts
Newer posts
← Previous Page1 Page2 Page3 … Page5 Next →

About Us

Steve Nelson

Baseball Training World was created as an online solution to people’s baseball needs. From answering specific questions to teaching people how to improve their baseball skills, Baseball Training World provides helpful information to teach individuals to be the best baseball player they can be.

Legal Information

This site is owned and operated by Steve Nelson. BaseballTrainingWorld.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. This site also participates in other affiliate programs and is compensated for referring traffic and business to these companies.

Square ad for the company Rockpile News that is promoting their newsletter about the Colorado Rockies

Footer

  • Terms and Conditions
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • About Us

Contact Us

Baseball Training World
1312 17th Street # 1623
Denver, CO 80202
United States
(720) 218-0737

© 2025 Baseball Training World - All Right Reserved