About this episodeAJ Burnett reflects on his 2009 World Series championship with the New York Yankees, highlighting the importan…AI summary
AJ Burnett reflects on his 2009 World Series championship with the New York Yankees, highlighting the importance of work ethic, mental preparation, and team camaraderie. He shares insights on managing the pressure of high-stakes games, the distinct personalities of teammates like Andy Pettitte and Roy Halladay, and offers advice on developing young pitchers like Gerrit Cole.
Key takeaways 5
Mental preparation involves focusing on execution rather than failure; AJ Burnett stopped watching videos of his strikeouts after Andy Pettitte advised him to only watch highlights of successful pitches to build confidence.
Work ethic is demonstrated through consistency and routine; Roy Halladay's strict pre-game routine and warning track drills set a standard that AJ Burnett admired, noting that Halladay was 'unhittable' because he controlled both sides of the plate with cutters and sinkers.
Team chemistry relies on mutual support among starters; During the 2009 playoffs, AJ Burnett, CC Sabathia, and Andy Pettitte relied on each other's confidence, knowing that if one struggled, the others would step up.
Young pitchers succeed through a combination of innate talent and relentless improvement; AJ Burnett praises Gerrit Cole for his confidence and willingness to learn, noting that Cole constantly worked on refining his pitch mix (adding cutters and sinkers) even when he was already effective.
Parental gaming habits have shifted; AJ Burnett notes that his son Carter is now a 'gamer' who prefers Fortnite over physical activities during lockdown, while AJ himself has stopped playing video games because he can no longer compete with his son.
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“I just lived it. I know what happened. I left them up. I didn't execute. But I want to go see myself doing good.”
▶ 11:20AJ Burnett explains why Andy Pettitte advised him to stop watching videos of his strikeouts and only watch highlights of successful executions.
“He was just so routine based... nobody want to take a chance to just you know anything in the same way they're scared you know I'm gonna mess with Doc.”
▶ 26:54Describing Roy Halladay's intense pre-game routine and how teammates respected his focus by not disturbing him before he pitched.
“He's got the best [ __ ] on the mound... but he's such a student of the game... constantly working on stuff to get better.”
▶ 50:07AJ Burnett's assessment of Gerrit Cole's potential in New York, citing his work ethic and adaptability as key factors for success.
“I wish I could win three more outs and went eight... it was by far was the highlight of my career.”
▶ 17:27Reflecting on his Game 2 World Series performance where he pitched seven innings, allowing only one run, to help even the series.
Chapters & Sections (39)▼
0:00Life During the COVID-19 Pandemic Lockdownchapter2
0:00Life During the COVID-19 Pandemic Lockdown
2:39Learning to Drive and Parenting Challenges
5:58Parental Concerns about Children's Gaming Habitschapter2
5:58Parental Concerns about Children's Gaming Habits
8:15Collecting Baseball Memorabilia and Yankees Memories
11:56Importance of Work Ethic in Baseballchapter2
11:56Importance of Work Ethic in Baseball
14:04First Impressions of New Teammate AJ
16:49Memorable World Series Game Two Performancechapter3
16:49Memorable World Series Game Two Performance
19:36Reflections on a World Series Championship
21:14Physical and Mental Toll of Pitching on Short Rest
22:45Pitching Depth and Managerial Decisionschapter4
22:45Pitching Depth and Managerial Decisions
24:54Overcoming Performance Anxiety in High-Pressure Situations
26:22Respecting a Pitcher's Pre-Pitch Routine
28:26Memories of a Legendary Baseball Player
30:15Pitching Strategies and Efficiency Analysischapter2
30:15Pitching Strategies and Dominant Performance
32:28Managing Personal Boundaries with Reporters
35:01Post-Retirement Life and Personal Interestschapter3
35:01Home Improvement and Off-Road Vehicle Enthusiasm
36:44Adjusting to Life After Professional Baseball
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