
Squish the Bug Hitting Mechanics: The Controversy and What Elite Hitters Do Instead
Explore why the classic “squish the bug” cue in baseball hitting is outdated, and see how elite hitters use smarter lower-body mechanics for more power.
Expert hitting tips, training insights, and baseball knowledge from Coach Steve's years of playing and coaching experience.

Explore why the classic “squish the bug” cue in baseball hitting is outdated, and see how elite hitters use smarter lower-body mechanics for more power.

Many natural right-handers are taught to bat left-handed for a competitive edge. However, this creates unique mechanical challenges where the dominant bottom hand takes over the swing.

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Learn why two bats with the same scale weight can feel totally different to swing.

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