Between Smoltz, Glavine, and Maddux he faced them 396 times combined and struck out 3 TIMES. One of the greatest hitters ever

@Alexbunshin

4 ай бұрын

No doubt is the best

@justinw72ify

2 ай бұрын

Insane Stat!!!!!!

@stevebabcock1456

18 күн бұрын

Not one of....the greatest pure hitter ever!!

@michael-grandpamoses2571

12 күн бұрын

Only twice, Maddux never struck him out and Smoltz/Glavine once each

What a great teacher. No ego, gets the point across in an understandable way. Seems like a nice man

Getting a hitting lesson from Tony is like sitting in on a math class by einstein.

@oofoof6762

3 жыл бұрын

Science as well

@touchgrassbro9889

3 жыл бұрын

Nah its like God telling u how to use magic powers

@ForRealFetti

Жыл бұрын

faccs

@anthonywilliams132

Жыл бұрын

I’m lucky enough to say that I have and your comment is no lie!

@anthonywilliams132

Жыл бұрын

@Bread And Circuses and your point is?

One of the best ever!!!

@shanewhitefeather6298

4 жыл бұрын

Obviously a great player, but even a better person! He also loved and respected the game more than 99% of the players in history, I think. P.S. Keep up the great work at Antonelli Baseball!

@Lordinfamous91

4 жыл бұрын

Funny this video has been on KZread for 6 years

@DarinHibbs1

4 жыл бұрын

Muscle Memory... if you have read "Men at Work" the section on Tony Gwynn is tremendous.

@objectiveone1478

4 жыл бұрын

Most definitely!

@booniedavillier504

3 жыл бұрын

I use to spend weekends at his house... Me and his son tony jr were best buds back in the day... Tony sr was a great dude... Played ping pong with, took us driving in the canyons of poway in his drop top Porsche... Man what a dude.... r.i.p Mr Tony! Thank you for the things you taught me as a youngster

RIP Tony---u were so damn good

@SportskoolPlus

6 жыл бұрын

It was a privilege for us to work with the Great Tony Gwynn and be able to share his coaching with others. Good luck with your game.

Tony was one of the toughest outs ever. Not only was he a great hitter, but he really worked a pitcher. You pitch 5 times against Tony Gwynn, he will wear you out. RIP. A real class act.

@andytihonow3676

5 жыл бұрын

Boone Docker the man def Knew how to hit. Can’t pick a better a guy to teach u on how to hit a baseball.

@joejackson9986

2 жыл бұрын

greatest pure hitter in the history of the MLB

@augustgreig9420

2 жыл бұрын

@@joejackson9986 I would agree, but as a Louisville native, it's disappointing seeing him not use a Louisville Slugger. So I have to go with Ted Williams, who had the greatest eyes of all time, and he actually came to Louisville to have his bats custom made.

@joejackson9986

2 жыл бұрын

@@augustgreig9420 i hear what you're saying...i think you've got a point...

@KingStackkz

Жыл бұрын

looks like that cheeseburger is a tough out for tony nowadays. respected his game tho

I love this man...I remember being at his last game at Dodger Stadium in September 2001...it was the first game after 9/11 and Tony got a 5 minute standing ovation knowing it was his last trip to the Ravine...RIP Tony

Baseball will never see another hitter like him, 8 batting titles is mind blowing, and don't forget how good of a basketball player he was ! R.I.P. to the great Tony Gwynn !!!!!!!

@berniestewart1738

4 ай бұрын

He was the point guard for Arizona State I believe and went to play baseball. I could be wrong about the college but I do remember he was a point guard. Fortunate to see him play for the majority of his career.

RIP Tony Gwynn from Long Beach California. Great hitter as well as great person and family man! Was also a great basketball player also at Long Beach Poly High school an San Diego State University. Was drafted by the San Diego clippers of the NBA out of college but chose baseball instead. Hall of fame career with the San Diego Padres. One love to Tony and his family in the LBC!

@CKWeatherford

Жыл бұрын

YES! I believe he was contacted the same day by both, the NBA & MLB… He was/is my favorite player, ever in my 42 year life. - His son and I are close in age (randomness) Early 80’s: Uniforms were brown and yellow striped Spent more of my childhood, and time with my dad at Jack Murphy Stadium, aka “QualCom Stadium” aka…ect.🥴 ballgame - favorite players - home team - explanation of each game - calls - plays. Anxiously awaited each player and each team. . .Score Board and sport talk radio announcer Ted Lightner SD Padres #19 Tony Gwynn “Mr. San Diego Good Man + Good Family = Grate Memories✨🙏

Sr and Jr together... thank you Tony

How many coaches do you know that go so in depth to improve your swing that they recommend batting glove tips

@raycarter7275

3 жыл бұрын

He's so legendary

Imagine going to college and having Tony Gwynn as your batting coach. Yipes!

@padre619

2 жыл бұрын

A little thing called SDSU

How is this not the MOST viewed Baseball Tutorial on KZread

Tony was my favorite professional player when I played little league and HS ball. just hit the ball and put it in play . A real rare baseball legend that can teach a lot

With so much information nowadays, its refreshing to hear the simple method that has worked for generations.

Went to a San Diego State clinic when I was in high school during the summer. Had to sit down during BP cause it was so damn hot I started to feel sick. Got to sit next to Tony Gwynn. Really nice guy, and very cool to sit and talk with. RIP.

Still can't believe the great Tony is gone. He passed on too young. Great video of the basics.

@jeffrey.a.hanson

Жыл бұрын

I catch myself wondering why he’s not on broadcasts anymore… then remember he passed away.

In case people didn't know, the left handed hitter throughout the video is Tony's son, Anthony Gwynn Jr. I just love hearing Tony talk hitting. As a Padres fan, I'm proud to call him Mr. Padre.

@SportskoolPlus

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing Ryan. Very cool to see father and son together. It was an honor for us to work with Tony on these videos.

@stansmith2188

2 жыл бұрын

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSSS I KNEW IT. I said to myself is that tony Gwynn jr he looks familiar

@jonnyblayze5149

Жыл бұрын

🤥don't lie. He calls him KJ in the video at 7:47🤨

@legendoftheblack

Жыл бұрын

@@jonnyblayze5149 “The left handed hitter throughout the video…”

Rip Tony Gwynn, one of the greatest hitters ever and so consistent for so long. 19 straight years batting .300 or higher and the only player in modern history to approach a .400 average in a season since Ted Williams did it in 1941.

Frank Thomas is my favorite all-around hitter, but Tony Gwynn was a true Legendary Scientist at the plate. Such a pleasure to behold such a crafty & troublesome legend in my era. Gone but not forgotten.

One of the best hitters I've seen.

@SportskoolPlus

7 жыл бұрын

Yes, a legend. Thanks for the feedback Jc. Good luck with your game!

@josephdonato7845

3 жыл бұрын

he was a good hitter

Can't believe there are 38 knuckleheads who would actually give this video a thumbs down. Great hitter and even better person.

@michaelwhite056

5 жыл бұрын

They Don't know hitting Nor Baseball their Clowns.. RIP Tony

@candykanefpv98

5 жыл бұрын

sometimes people dislike things because they think something about it is sad. They could be disliking because they dislike the fact that he's gone, so we'll hope it's that.

@coachwhitford7315

4 жыл бұрын

From all 38 great pitchers Tony ate up!

@_shl_6103

4 жыл бұрын

Jeff Mixon probably dodger fans or something

@_shl_6103

4 жыл бұрын

Jeff Mixon or someone in the padres division

Poor Tony. Thank you for all the memories.

Such a great video, really appreciate that Tony would do this for young players like me. You can tell he was a great guy off the field, and he was an outstanding player on the field, one of the greatest of all time. Such a shame that he passed so soon, he is missed by everyone in the baseball community. Guys, never do tobacco.

Awesome that he recognized Carew as one of his mentors. I grew up watching him hit. True masters with a bat

These videos are fantastic wish they would bring something back like this for the kids Tony Gwynn was one of the greatest hitters of all time and a humble man

Tony was certainly in a league of his own! What a classy human being he was. We all miss you, big guy!

Who else remembers seeing this on DirectTV YEARS ago? Like 2007 haha. I bet only a very few people will remember or even had the chance to find this/see this on DirectTV.

He taught me so much with these amazing videos when i was growing up playing baseball, RIP legend

This is one of the best videos on hitting that i've seen. Tony Gwynn kept it so simple, that's why he was a great hitter. That's what makes this video so valuable for coaches. Thanks Tony. RIP

Simple, no fancy gimmicks, just a HOF'er simply describing the best way to hit a ball.

I know Tony Gwynn passed away in 2014 but he is my idol the one I look up too. Because of him my batting average this year is over .600 . If we didn't have the king of swing then I would be batting less than .200 and not be as consistent as I am now. Tony Gwynn will forever be my hero.🙏🏻

@bobs8005

5 жыл бұрын

Mitchell A look up Jake Harvey. That will tell you all you need to know

So very very very fortunate to meet him and show me how to be a better hitter when I was a young rookie in spring training in 1988 in Lakeland rest in peace Tony, you are the best ever a wealth of knowledge

I remember watching this on OnDemand years ago when it first came out. What a legend!

My absolute favorite slugger of all time!! It was awesome to watch you just break down pitchers. Thanks for all the great memories of a truly exceptional guy. RIP #19 'Mr. Padre'.

Such a lovely human being.

rip Tony gwynn a great ball player and a great man

Rest easy Tony. You'll be forever missed & loved.

#19 Salute to the great Mr. Padre

Smooth with the bat and explaining his hitting drills RIP Mr Tony Gwynn

I wish I had this video as a young player! Makes this old dog want to go to the batting cage today! We miss ya Tony!

wow, tony was living large in this video. one of my favorite all time hitters.

@m4rab

4 жыл бұрын

Shame on you! One of the best hitters ever and all you have to comment is about his weight! Your either young or just lack intelligence? Probably never even played the game or just all?

@coachwhitford7315

4 жыл бұрын

@@m4rab Easy there snowflake. He's making a simple observation ... and like 2 years ago to boot. lmao

@TheBatugan77

6 ай бұрын

​@@m4rab Ease up, big guy

You know what's crazy is that most of what he's shown in this video is what most kids learn in little league. Just goes to show that knowing the basics and staying consistent will make you a good hitter

@thelonelyone320

Жыл бұрын

A lot of people neglect the fundamentals man

@Truckerdaddy

Жыл бұрын

@@thelonelyone320 yes they do

3:04 maybe put your S logo somewhere else lol

@gopadres2971

3 жыл бұрын

🤣

If you play baseball and haven't watched this video then you haven't been playing baseball to your fullest... Tony is awesome!

The Great Tony Gwynn your wisdom has more value than most people realise and I lament that you aren't here to share more of it.

Tony can still swing the mallet. One of the greatest cards ever, 1983 Topps Tony Gwynn.

The very best swing a bat like a golf club. Short to no stride. Hips clear before striking ball. High-low-high swing path. Hands leading the bat or club which creates lag and power.

I loved those batting gloves, I had a pair my freshman year of high school. Man I wish they still made those

God bless Tony Gwynn

Best way to simplify the swing and lead with your hands. One of the greatest hitters. Thank you for your contributions to the game and a great hitting video!

This is essential as many little league coaches hardly talk about lower body balance, limited head movement, hitting back, and etc. Have to build up the foundation of batting slowly first yet all busy teaching kids to make contact...

Guy was a class act all the way , and a great hitter

This video is great for me to teach my son (7) he’s a lefty wants to throw right handed for some reason but very good for me to understand to teach him love the aerial views especially

Love this video! Great to see people sharing drills to help athletes and coaches improve their game!

That guy has great batting mechanics, I like how he follows thru with the swing while pivoting off the left ball of his foot.

Tony was a beast. Baseball genius and bonafide Legend

Everytime I hear Tony Jr on the radio, I hear Tony senior. Their voices are almost identical

I had the privilege in meeting Tony, rest in peace you were a legend here in San Diego. Thanks for the memories Mr. Padre

Ive applied the whole lesson to live games and for 2 years since i saw this video, HOOOLY, ive gotten so many hits to all parts of the fields & with power, my on base rate has gone way up, i dont get homers with this technique but wow do the hits keep coming

9 yrs later I'm glad my son can understand from one of the best hall of Famer 💪🏽🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

I like the music from the early 2000's!

One of the purest hitters ever.....

It was amazing that from age 6 I had a stance and swing very natural to his, almost perfectly neutral, medium- high front kick, was a little more of a pull hitter. I like seeing the kid on the soft toss. Very pure motion, can tell where the ball is going before he finishes contact. More shoulders and hands, more oppo field. More trunk and hips leading, the more the hands trail, the less you pull, so if it's bang bang to contact, it'd be to right center, just to the right of 2B. Hands through a little quicker, more toward the first base line. As you develop as a hitter, more of a leg kick is better for power (if you're farther back in the box) but in theory more exploitable to pitchers. Great stuff and long live the greatest hitter since Ted Williams. Tony Gwynn forever.

rip tony. legend.

My former alum from SDSU is the king of consistency! It's his craft....his approach to the plate!

This video is very helpful to improve my hitting skill.👍⚾🏋️ I'm so glad to meet it.👍 I appreciate you and your video.✌️

Great upload

Tony was the man!

Good video! Tony was a hit monster!!!!

Thanks For The Tips,Mr. Padre

Man, it would have been so cool to play for Gwynn at SDSU. I would have been a sponge as much as possible.

Tony Gwynn = CLASS ACT

Tony really improved my game. What a great hitter

If anyone's ever looking for an example Class Act, they need look no further then the inimitable Tony Gwynn! What a pro and what a gentleman.

Tony's students here are talented young guys with excellent swings.

this was magical

Gwynn was the man!

EL MEJOR BATEADOR DE LA HISTORIA SIN DUDA, EL GRAN TONY GWYNN

Great video great tip recommend to any player!!!!!!!!!!!!

I had Tony Gwynn’s 1990 topps baseball card.

When I was a kid to me him and Steve Garvey was the greatest players I'm a die-hard padre fan

im new to baseball, this helped me a bit.

Mr Padre. The entire city of san diego was devastated when he died. 2:54 ayy, it's jr!

The best hitter of his time! RIP Mr. Padre #19

Its funny he talks about having a very small amount of head movement during the swing. I was recently watching Ken Griffey Jr hitting and his head was completely stationary through his swing.

Baseball Gold!

Simplemente el mejor !!!

Nice vid

Miss and love ya Tony 🙏#19

RIP from Southern California. My kids play HS ball and watch Tony and Ted Williams for all things hitting related.

Tony is a class act. RIP. Interesting that there was no talk of load or back leg.

I have baseball statistic books that reach back to the beginning of the sport. Not one of my books has a statistic about players facing a fresh pitcher. That is something that came out in the 1980's. Way back when - you did not have 5 or 6 or more fresh pitchers to face.

The GOAT!

Tony Gwynn my all-time lead off hitter, yes even over Ty Cobb!! I believe Gwynn is more adapted to the modern game.

@TheBatugan77

4 жыл бұрын

Nah. Cobb 1st. Tony 2nd. Cobb would score 135, Tony would drive in Cobb 135 times.

Legend

I believe lining up the knuckles gets the best result. less stress on the swing. finger knuckles, not the fist

@SportskoolPlus

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and sharing your tips!

@notorious_3248

6 жыл бұрын

Danny boy Alex Rodriguez does that and he said to do the same and it relly helps

@murrayboler5700

6 жыл бұрын

Danny boy We called them your “door knockers” same knuckles you use to knock on a door with

Tony Gwynn slips it in

What a standup human being Tony is.

rest in peace slugger love watching your video's