How did Robin Lund help Matt Vierling's offseason training?

Robin Lund, the Tigers' assistant pitching coach and biomechanics expert, designed a detailed throwing progression for Matt Vierling to prepare his arm for various outfield and infield positions.

What are Matt Vierling's throwing goals for Spring Training?

Matt Vierling aims to be able to make 40 to 70 throws from different outfield and infield positions, with distances up to 200-250 feet.

Why is Matt Vierling's comeback significant for the Tigers?

A healthy Matt Vierling provides the Tigers with a versatile, right-handed hitting option who can play multiple infield positions, enhancing roster flexibility for manager A.J. Hinch.

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Tigers' Vierling Rebuilds Arm With Pitching Coach's Help

17 Feb

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Summary

Assistant pitching coach mapped Vierling's rehab throwing progression.
Vierling aims for 40-70 throws from various outfield and infield positions.
Manager Hinch utilizes pitching staff's biomechanics expertise for position players.

Tigers' Vierling Rebuilds Arm With Pitching Coach's Help

Tigers assistant pitching coach Robin Lund applied his biomechanics expertise to Matt Vierling's offseason throwing program, a novel approach for a position player. Lund worked with Vierling to build up his arm for the demands of playing outfield and infield positions, targeting a range of 40 to 70 throws from various distances and angles. This detailed progression, likened to Vierling's past pitching routines, has successfully rehabilitated his shoulder for the upcoming season.