Tim Giel’s repertoire consists of an 87-91 mph fastball, a 77-84 mph slider/cutter, and a power change-up that ranges from 81-84. His change-up is thrown very hard, and what it lacks in depth; it makes up for in late life. As for Giel’s mechanics, he uses a slightly raised balance point, coils his upper body, and bends his back leg to gain momentum to the plate. He does an excellent job of keeping is front leg closed. A lot of youth pitchers will lose speed and accuracy on their fastball when their front leg opens up too soon. Opening up too soon can lead to shoulder problems, and inconsistent release points. Tim’s arm action is quick with a backside stab, and he throws out of a low 3/4 arm slot. He has a stocky build that allows him to utilize a quick, strong trunk rotation. His stocky build helps his legs in his delivery as well. Tim incorporates his lower body for a strong push off of the mound. He finishes with good arm extension, and a comfortable follow-through. Personally, I enjoy watching a pitcher who has a natural, clean follow-through, and Giel allows his body to finish. You can seen him naturally walk off the mound from the side view. He controls the running game through a natural leg kick (side-view slow motion). While this seems like a contradictory statement, it is not. Tim is very quick to the plate from the stretch. It is important for any pitcher to be quick to the plate while not rushing his mechanics, Giel has found a very good balance. For the remainder of the season he will work in a set-up/closer tandem with Hawtin Buchanan and the Bourne Braves should have few problems protecting late game leads.
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Player Profile: Tim Giel
Tim Giel’s repertoire consists of an 87-91 mph fastball, a 77-84 mph slider/cutter, and a power change-up that ranges from 81-84. His change-up is thrown very hard, and what it lacks in depth; it makes up for in late life. As for Giel’s mechanics, he uses a slightly raised balance point, coils his upper body, and bends his back leg to gain momentum to the plate. He does an excellent job of keeping is front leg closed. A lot of youth pitchers will lose speed and accuracy on their fastball when their front leg opens up too soon. Opening up too soon can lead to shoulder problems, and inconsistent release points. Tim’s arm action is quick with a backside stab, and he throws out of a low 3/4 arm slot. He has a stocky build that allows him to utilize a quick, strong trunk rotation. His stocky build helps his legs in his delivery as well. Tim incorporates his lower body for a strong push off of the mound. He finishes with good arm extension, and a comfortable follow-through. Personally, I enjoy watching a pitcher who has a natural, clean follow-through, and Giel allows his body to finish. You can seen him naturally walk off the mound from the side view. He controls the running game through a natural leg kick (side-view slow motion). While this seems like a contradictory statement, it is not. Tim is very quick to the plate from the stretch. It is important for any pitcher to be quick to the plate while not rushing his mechanics, Giel has found a very good balance. For the remainder of the season he will work in a set-up/closer tandem with Hawtin Buchanan and the Bourne Braves should have few problems protecting late game leads.
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