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Cory Wade
10:51
I do think they should have a universal substance for pitchers that isnt rosin.  hitters have with with pine par.  And i would venture a guess most hitters would agree.  its intimating standing in a box with guys throwing 100 mph and little feel to where it might go.  it would def level the playing field
Ofilio Castro
10:51
I hit that 2B off you in the first inning of that game in Columbus. You retired the next 26 batters. great game... but I got you!
Cory Wade
10:53
Whats up Ofilio.  I remember that hit clearly.  a blooper over our 6'5" first basemen for a double. Only if he was 6'7" i would have got you! haha.  but hey its LD  in the book, right?
TStats
10:53
What was it like sharing a dugout with a young Clayton Kershaw and an old Greg Maddux in 08? I’m sure a ton of pitching talk transpired.
Cory Wade
10:55
It was a great time.  I was blessed to play with a lot of great HOF players and those are 2 of them.  clayton was always a student of the game and willing to learn and make adjustments, coupled with his talent, you see what he is today.  and maddux was a unique individual to say the least.  The way he presented questions about situations that happened when i was pitching allowed me to process changes.  It taught me a ton.
Dan Burke
10:55
Hi Cory. It seems today, that if you don't have a 100 mph fastball, the scouts don't even look at you. With all the analytics, etc. used today, how hard is it for a pitcher with great control and a 90-92 mph fastball to get a chance? I feel the game is missing a lot of talent in favor of the electric arm.
Cory Wade
10:57
Im going to have to agree Dan.  i do think a lot of players get overlooked if they dont throw 95 plus.  but the biggest key for guys that dont throw that hard is to have very good command, quality movement, and the ability to command and control multiple breaking pitches.  That formula works well.  pitching is an art and would love to see that more in the game.
Dodgerskingsfan
10:59
Who was your mentor in the dodgers organization that helped shape the way you pitched?
Cory Wade
11:02
Thanks for asking this question.  I was lucky enough to have some great mentors with the dodgers that really shaped me as a pitcher.  Bob Welch was instrumental in helping me develop my breaking ball that changed my career.  Then the was Charlie Hough that gave me the confidence and the mental toughness i needed to success at the highest level.  And kenny howell was another that helped cultivate my mindset and hone skills while in the big leagues. there was so many more people that i have left out but that organization will always be important to me and will be forever greatful.
Smoke LTD X
11:03
Hello Corey! Thanks for chatting with us. I remember you well watching you on TV as a Dodgers fan. Besides working on your new Scout Pro project, what other hobbies or interests do you have or participate in?
Cory Wade
11:04
The new scouting project has been awesome.  Little bit of a change of pace for me taking on that venture but it will be useful for players and scouts alike.  small plug right here but check out ScoutUsPro.com.
Tim Dierkes
11:04
Clickable: https://www.scoutuspro.com/
Cory Wade
11:05
but my other hobby is golfing with my daughter.  it has really helped keep me competitive in life and has been a good avenue for me.  i mean she beats me up on the course but thats ok.  The parents out there will understand that one.
Kai
11:06
Thanks for doing this Cory! love the Cobrai Kai hoodie, do you practice any martial arts? and are you sad that the upcoming season is the final season?
Cory Wade
11:06
its been fun.  no marital arts for me.  just loved the show and took me back to the 80s.
Roger
11:07
During your career, was there a point where you felt like "just giving up"...only to fight passed it and continue on.  What's the mental fatigue it takes on you and the toughness it takes to proceed forward with your dreams?
Cory Wade
11:10
yeah the main time was immediately after my surgery.  i felt terrible coming back and my shoulder was always uncomfortable.  but thankfully i stuck it out and got a couple more years in MLB.  the mental fatigue set in very late in my career when i knew my window was shutting.  but i never regretted the path i took.  i was able to meet a lot of great people a long the way.
RickandMorty
11:10
Best player you've scouted in person?
Cory Wade
11:10
easy one.  elly de la cruz.  dude is an absolute beast.
11:12
I want to thank everyone for taking the time to come to this chat and ask questions, allowing me to relive some of my old glory days.  It was a lot of fun and hopefully i can come do this again sometime. Everyone have a great day.
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