How Do You Throw An Effective Slider?
The slider has become one of the most effective pitches in baseball. This pitch provides a median between the fastball and the curveball and is a key to keeping the batter off-guard. When thrown effectively, the slider will be thrown 5-10 mph below the speed of one’s fastball and will break 4-6 inches across the plate. Major League Baseball pitchers such as Steve Carlton, Bob Gibson, Randy Johnson, and Francisco Rodriguez have utilized the slider and enjoyed extreme success because of the pitch. Here is how to throw an effective slider. Position yourself on the mound in a spot where you are comfortable and make sure that your pitching mechanics are correct. If your pitching mechanics aren’t very good, the slider will not break the way it should. Hold the ball so that the part of the ball where the laces run parallel to each other is facing upwards. Place your second and third fingers on the right lace so that your fingertips have a good traction on the ball. Place your thumb directly u
