Pitching Glove Signs: Do You Know Them All?

Coach Dan, a former pro pitcher, explains the different signs pitchers use to communicate with catchers. The video covers signs for various pitches, including fastballs, curveballs, sliders, changeups, knuckleballs, sinkers, and cutters. Each sign involves specific glove movements to indicate the type of pitch being thrown. The tutorial is aimed at helping players, fans, and parents understand the signaling process in baseball.

What is the primary purpose of pitcher signs in baseball?

• To entertain the audience

• To practice hand-eye coordination

• To signal the type of pitch to the catcher

• To confuse the opposing team

How does a pitcher signal a fastball to the catcher?

• Hold the glove out and flick up

• Pour the glove down

• Hold the glove out and move it in a circle

• Tap the glove twice

Which sign is used for a curveball?

• Tap the glove twice

• Pour the glove down

• Hold the glove out and flick up

• Hold the glove out and move it side to side

Why does Coach Dan not recommend developing a knuckleball for a career?

• It requires special equipment

• It's illegal in most leagues

• It's not a serious pitch for professional play

• It's too difficult to master

When should a pitcher use a specific sign for a sinker?

• When the catcher requests it

• When the sinker is thrown at a slow speed

• When the pitcher is unsure of the pitch

• When the sinker has a lot of movement