Category Archives: Michael Schwimer Blog

Not that he had to, but I’m really glad he did. Class act.

I have been asked by several family members, friends, and fans how I feel about being invited to Major League spring training and what my expectations and goals are regarding big league camp.  When the Baseball Ladies asked me via … Continue reading →

First let me thank you for your patience.  I know it’s been awhile since I’ve posted an article.  I have received many encouraging emails to share my insights pertaining to my performance this year.  As I write this entry, It … Continue reading →

It turns out my 2 part column is turning into a trilogy… November 22nd marked the start of my off season.  During the off season I like to set short term goals for myself because that is the most effective … Continue reading →

If you have been a consistent reader of this blog you will recall my first entry in which I described the struggles and the grind that is minor league baseball.  Unless you have gone through it, you really can’t understand … Continue reading →

I know I promised a mailbag, but in baseball and in life, some things change.

Many of you have asked about pitch calling and the mental approach to the game. I have also been asked to put some film up on the site, so you can see what I am trying to describe. This article … Continue reading →

Before I start with some Q&A, I want to again thank you for your continued support each week.  I am humbled by your interest in my baseball career.

As promised, this entry will respond to your questions about Jason Knapp.  However, before I get started, I would like to explain our relationship.  I met Jason during Instructional League last year.  Jason lives in New Jersey, and many of … Continue reading →

I was originally going to do a mailbag column today, but with the huge trade I thought it would be more appropriate to do a conversation/interview piece with arguably the most integral part in that trade.  Jason Knapp is a … Continue reading →