Chris Johnson, running back out of East Carolina, broke the record for fastest 40-yard dash time at 4.24-seconds in 2008. Straws 6.25 60-yard dash time makes him a freak on the basepaths, the type of statistical outlier that Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow loves. Georgia Bulldogs cornerback Kelee Ringo reflects on his 2023 NFL Scouting Combine outing with NFL Network's Kimmi Chex. Hitters never want to be in this position because its hard to fire the lower body and even harder to balance. The Northwestern product had a 4.54 40-yard dash, a 1.61 10-yard split, a 37.50' vertical, and a 10'5" on the broad jump. No Gavin Lux -- big problem. Void in ONT. HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 20: A fan enters the field and greets Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros during the ninth inning in game two of the American League Championship Series . Altuve definitely wasn't that guy. It's October. Subscriptions support ongoing public baseball research and analysis in an increasingly proprietary environment. No drill at the NFL combine draws more eyes and hype than the 40-yard dash. And he doesn't care [about his height]. If you love looking at the athletic testing numbers, these are the two players for you. Dillon Brooks Blasts Draymond Green, Fuels Warriors-Grizzlies Rivalry, Jordan Poole's Third-Quarter Explosion Leads Warriors to Huge Win, Los Gatos Mom Accused of Hosting Alcohol-Fueled Teen Parties Attacked in Jail, Hospitalized, Pa. Woman Went Missing in 1992 and Declared Dead. We track measurements and drill results for each defensive lineman at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. This fresh-faced, 23-year-old is the pinch runner extraordinaire, the unbelievable luxury that the Astros ultra-deep roster gives them. The Astros signed Altuve as an amateur free agent in 2007, and he made his major league debut in 2011. Watch the full on-field workout from Illinois Fighting Illini safety Sydney Brown at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. Do Not Sell My Personal Information. . Yeah, I got a good jump, Straw tells PaperCity. What is the 40-yard dash? Really enjoyed the simple, straightforward explanation of the change and its profound impact. Edge rushers are built different these days. 7 Cubs pitchers combine for no-hitter vs Machado, Padres, Top moments from Brady, Manning, Jordan and other athletes hosting 'Saturday Night Live', Fantasy baseball rankings, projections, strategy and cheat sheets, Rockies' Rodgers may need surgery, '23 at risk, Rojas to withdraw from WBC, stay with Dodgers, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. UPDATE: Its been quite a day for EDGE rushers at the NFL Combine, highlighted by Georgias Nolan Smith going off in his drills. "I don't think he really knows what he's doing up there half the time. 11:04 am ET, tied for the fifth-fastest at the combine ever, CBS Sports' fourth-ranked defensive tackle and the No. CRAIG BIGGIO (Hall of Famer and former Astros second baseman): "First time I saw him, it was on Field 3 in Kissimmee, Florida. It was in the [rookie-level] Appalachian League [in 2009]. Is that correct? This allows me to go back and evaluated after the Combine is complete and the 40-yard dash numbers are in. @BUFootball CB Kalon Barnes was just .01 shy of John Ross' Combine record of 4.22. The thinking is that getting the foot down will create balance, reduce strikeouts through better bat control, and allow hitters to hit the opposite way by not flying open. And that's the same thing that I've experienced with Altuve. I really appreciate your response. Here's how WBC offenses stack up with MLB's best. Next at-bat, the opposing manager said, 'Why are the outfielders playing so deep? He starts his stride plenty early. I just want to get a chance.' Hes the little guy who fights. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Bucks on Saturday, F1 starting grid: Max Verstappen claims pole position for 2023 Bahrain Grand Prix, NCAA Tournament Bubble Watch: Games on March 4 that will determine whos in and out, Lewis Ritson vs. Ohara Davies fight time, live stream, more for junior welterweight bout, How to stream Avatar: The Way of Water before the 2023 Oscars. Enjoy your three-day stay in New York, Altuve. While not a perfect representation, the purpose of his drill is to test how well the ends can turn tight corners and get around the offensive line. Watch the full on-field workout from Oregon Ducks cornerback Christian Gonzalez at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. Copyright 2010- FantasyPros.com Here's everything you need to know about Houston's win over L.A. Astros win first World Series title Its highly unlikely that Straw will ever get even a single at-bat during the Astros October repeat drive. (If Straw makes the roster and isnt replaced by a extra pitcher who is likely to go largely unused.) Jose Altuve getting heckled during batting practice pic.twitter.com/72dHPnlRRF, Youre not allowed to curse in here but Altuve came out so pic.twitter.com/3j5xE40IKd. He's got such great hand-eye coordination. It goes down on the scorecard as a simple steal of second base. For a guy his size to come out and do that, it's incredible. He hits everything. The 40 time to rule them all the legendary 4.12 put up by Bo Jackson (Auburn) in 1986 . You remember Correa essentially calling out every MLB fan last year. And Bregman reading his apology from a piece of scrap paper with a smirk on his face last offseason when he finally faced the media about the scandal. Iowa State edge rusher Will McDonald IV came down with a fever close to 104 degrees on Tuesday evening, according to NFL Media. This model has stuck over the years. As a result, many are interested to see how he tests at the Scouting Combine. A Surprising Closure on Oak Lawn, Texas Monthly Highlights New Dallas Spots, and Coffee Comes to a Forme A Vancouver-Based Restaurant Comes to NorthPark, and Two Local Markets Debut This Spring. Currently, the 31-year-old Altuve is 14th among active MLB players with 1,716 hits. "I always tell my wife, 'Who was going to believe then, when we had Altuve at 15, that he was going to be a superstar?' He is able to keep his back heel down until it is forced up. 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To watch him grow and mature -- I've seen him become a father for the first time, I've seen him speak out in meetings for the first time and be a leader vocally. 36 overall prospect in this class. Altuve had the right size and set of mechanics to be a teaching point for younger players. The second pitch, another breaking ball. He simply gets dressed against the side entrance of the shower. The torso does need to bend but it should be done before contact, not during. Altuve starts his when the picture turns over his throwing arm. It's amazing what this kid has accomplished all because of hard work and dedication.". Alabama Crimson Tide edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. reacts to his workout video and how thankful he is to be here. Stop throwing breaking balls to this little guy. ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. The foot touching down is the trigger. DALLAS KEUCHEL (Astros pitcher, 2012-present): "When I first signed, I got a glimpse of him in short-season A-ball for a month [in Troy, New York]. How the Astros dominated Darvish He also did some work with the ball in his hands during drills at the combine. The time is also the second-fastest among wide receivers. I grew up in the '90s so naturally I tried to hit like Ken Griffey Jr. Thats not specifically why I love him. That is how fast the Astros secret postseason weapon is. As Junior's allure faded, a new model jumped to the forefront. Play shallow. Editor's note: Originally published on Oct. 24, 2017. Typically when does the hitter start his swing? On the bus, it sounded like a girl was on our team. Who had the fastest 40-yard dash in 2022? EDGE/DL measurements, 40-yard dash times, drill results at the 2023 NFL Combine, Picks, predictions for UNLV vs. Nevada on Saturday, March 4. 18 cornerback in this class, but he's quick, athletic and could make an impact as a nickel back. Jose Altuve grew up in Maracay, Venezuela, with a family that supported his love of baseball from an early age. And if you're teetering between getting a college offer, or making the league, the 40 yard dash can be the event that pushes you over the edge. I love watching Jose Altuve hit. NFL Network's Emmanuel Sanders reacts to being 0.02 seconds off on his prediction of Michigan Wolverines cornerback DJ Turner's 4.26-second 40-yard dash time. @KaayBarnes_ : #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/1uYxqNOPlg. It's infectious. Eastern Michigan Eagles EDGE Jose Ramirez runs the 40-yard dash at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. The Northwestern product had a 4.54 40-yard dash, a 1.61 10-yard split, a 37.50' vertical, and a 10'5" on the broad jump. Fuller, a Texans first-round selection in 2016, recorded a 4.32 40-yard dash at the NFL combine, enough for seventh fastest official mark among active NFL players. He understands who he is. Here were the 15 fastest prospects from the 2022 draft class: Kalon Barnes (Baylor CB . The steal does not end up meaning anything in the game, but it could mean everything in the future as Hinchs team faces closer October battles and tougher opponents. ), Astros lifeline Jose Altuve came up limping on a dash, but he played on. He looked like he was a 22-, 23-year-old kid.". His new leg lift has given him an easier way to time the baseball. Again. "The Astros back then, they looked for big players, physically strong and tall. He does spend a lot of time in the video room watching pitchers, working on his swing. For me, to be able the last three years to watch him grow, develop a relationship with him, see how he's impacted his teammates, hopefully he can add an MVP to that trophy case here this season.". Sign up for NBC Bay Areas Housing Deconstructed newsletter. Hes the scrappy leader on an up-and-coming team. Jose Altuve Position: Second Baseman Bats: Right Throws: Right 5-6 , 166lb (168cm, 75kg) Team: Houston Astros (majors) More bio, uniform, draft, salary info MVP 8x All-Star 2x World Series Gold Glove 6x Silver Slugger 3x Batting Title ALCS MVP 2x ML PoY 27 27 Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. Its what Myles Straw does. Not every day.' Just let him play, watch him swing the bat. JUSTIN VERLANDER (Astros pitcher since being acquired in an Aug. 31 trade): "The one thing I noticed that I didn't notice with him [before] was actually how good he is, if that makes sense. This is a free article. For defensive linemen, teams will look at their 10-yard split to see how quickly they can get off the starting line. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500(VA). It's incredible. 41.5" vertical Nolan Smith got hops. We had a scout named Johan Maya. But this teams DNA is contaminated with guys like Altuve, Carlos Correa, Yuli Gurriel and Alex Bregman all of whom have been insufferable characters ever since the Astros won the World Series in 2017. There is a point in his swing where both feet are touching the ground with only their toes. L.A. did everything right until Game 7 He batted .343 that summer in Venezuela and never stopped hitting. Smith ran an incredible 4.39 40, 1.52 10 yard splits, and a massive 41.5 vertical. Latest on Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN Hes a .340 hitter now. This Video is protected by the Copyright Act of 1976 Section 107.107. Here are the fastest 40-yard times by position: Last year, 33 players posted a 40 time of 4.40 seconds or quicker. In fact, we dont even have to bet on it anymore. This gives him more balance and better plate coverage. One run delivered by a super speed Straw dash could be even more vital in a heavyweight battle with the Boston Red Sox or New York Yankees in a potential American League Championship Series. Or will it just vary? No one needs to tell him that every dash counts. @NUFBFamily DL Adetomiwa Adebawore is 280 pounds running a 4.54u. Bregman delivers on HR ask: 'Hit one for Uvalde', Aces out: Verlander, Cole among Ps out for ASG, Altuve, Rodon, Arenado out of MLB All-Star Game. Probably most important, I've just seen him be the most consistent player in baseball at his craft, at being a good hitter, good defender, Gold Glove, Silver Slugger, All-Star, hits leader, batting titles. In many ways, Straw looks like Astros manager A.J. I never really thought of myself as a base stealer or worked on it a lot until a few years ago, Straw tells PaperCity. I would guess it depends on the hitters ability and the pitchers velocity. You can go back as recently as the three homers, two of 'em off [Chris] Sale [in Game 1 of the division series against the Boston Red Sox]. Make sure you hit line drives, hard ground balls.' He scored from second on a single in the eighth inning of Houstons 7-2 Game 1 romp, ripped off that breathtaking steal in the eighth inning of a 3-1 Game 2. The Yankees (and their fans) have unfinished business to take care of, and itll be handled regardless of whos standing in their way. Michigan Wolverines EDGE Mike Morris looks at his prom photos and talks about what his style for the draft will be. Indeed, as Altuve begins the final act of his MVP-worthy season by leading the Astros into the World Series on Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium, everyone seems to have a short story that reads more like a tall tale of the first time the All-Star second baseman wowed them. Gambling Problem? A leg lift . Odds to win 2018 World Series ), Andrew Miller has not been the postseason weapon the Cleveland Indians expected. And then getting an opportunity to watch him play in spring training games, I mean, he may be 5-foot-6, but he played like he's 6-foot-6. ", CARLOS BELTRAN (Astros designated hitter, 2017): "Honestly, I've never seen anything like him. Altuve batted .276 in his first 57 big league games, .290 in his first full season in 2012. Nice article. Martinez, Altuve simply added a leg lift. Eligibility restrictions apply. . SAN FRANCISCO -- As Jose Altuve dug into the plate in the sixth inning with the bases loaded, he was greeted with a familiar chant that often accompanies him away from home. Well be updating this list with relevant measurements and drill results as the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine progresses, so be sure to check back. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. See terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. Altuve was a .280 hitter with that stride pattern. While WRs, RBs and DBs typically have the fastest times, the 40-yard dash is considered an important Combine event for all positions. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Even in the 2014 version of Jose he does not start his path to the ball until his front foot is down. The guy's in the cage every day. And it all starts with Domingo German vs. Zack Greinke on Tuesday night. The stadium's left side would yell those three words, then the right side would follow suit. "You're a cheater!" the crowd heckled. I told him I would be in Venezuela the next day. If not for the dazzling cornerback duo of Maryland's Deonte Banks and Jakorian Bennett, we'd be talking about Illinois as having the best pair of teammates to work out Friday night. Our favorite two segments to analyze are 0-20 and 10-40, and the formula for success is simple: 2.70 seconds from 0-20 yards and 3.00 seconds from 10-40 yards. Since electronic timing was introduced in 1999, only four players have ran quicker than 4.25 seconds: 4.22 SECONDS Will anyone break John Ross #NFLCombine 40-yard dash record?Via: @NFL pic.twitter.com/EfgmT9lvIu. Two seasons ago, I had two athletes run 4.73 on the same day. section: | slug: nfl-combine-2023-results-tracker-highlights-historic-40-yard-dash-teammates-dominate-more-big-performances | sport: football | route: article_single.us | The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. The average time for this drill is 7.23 seconds, and if anyone logs under seven seconds, they are known to shoot up draft boards. McDonald, who is CBS Sports' 11th-ranked edge rushing prospect, had an 11-foot broad jump -- which ranked second among all defensive linemen and linebackers. 2023 CB Athleticism Score Leaderboard The official 40 times are in. By contrast, if the foot is already down, the trigger is a point in the flight of the ball: Once the ball crosses a certain point you launch the swing. Best moments from the Linebackers at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. Scherzer tries to test pitch clock limits, gets balk, Rangers, LHP Smith agree to 1-year, $1.5M deal, 7 Cubs combine for 1st spring no-no since 2017, Jays 'playing it safe' after Guerrero tweaks knee, PitchCom-tipping: Loud device leaks Twins calls, Eflin's first start after $40M deal impresses Rays, Rangers' Leclerc to miss WBC with neck injury. I said, 'OK, he's going to play two days in a row.' Watch how his body moves after his foot touches down in 2013 versus 2014. According to Statcast, Altuve ran at 29.9 feet per second, reaching first base in just 3.33 seconds overall, which is apparently that's the fastest home-to-first time since 2015 when Statcast began collecting data. Hes his own unit of measurement. Fantasy baseball: Which prospects have fantasy value in 2023? @SmithNoland2 | @GeorgiaFootball pic.twitter.com/KBlEWdqCJI. Altuve was always able to drive the ball into the gaps for doubles. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. Today, we look back at No. Limitations on exclusive rights: Fair useNotwithstanding the provisions of sections 106 and 106A, the fair use of a copyrighted work, including such use by reproduction in copies or phonorecords or by any other means specified by that section, for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching (including multiple copies for classroom use), scholarship, or research, is not an infringement of copyright. Beyond timing issues there are a host of mechanical issues that arise when hitters get their foot down too early. SUMMARY 2022 Career WAR 5.1 46.5 AB 527 He was a second baseman who could really hit the ball. Last year, 33 players posted a 40 time of 4.40 seconds or quicker. In 2013 he hit . Hinch inserted Hinch as a pinch runner in each of the Astros first two playoff games and Straws already delivering. He hit 15 homers in 2015 and 24 in each of the past two seasons. But anyone who saw it, knows its more than that. The Jose Altuve of old obsessed over his batting average. I think every kid put their hat on backwards at least once and hit a whiffle ball into the imaginary third deck of the Kingdome in their backyard. NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport reports that the Dallas Cowboys plan to place franchise tag on Cowboys running back Tony Pollard if no long-term deal is reached. Draft prospects are taking the field this week at the NFL Scouting Combine, with many participating in the 40-yard dash. Everything fires when it should. By Adam Weinrib. Odds and lines subject to change. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. I had no idea what he was saying. His new leg lift erases the problems from his prior stride. Beyond the magazine. Altuve was playing every two days, every three days. He gets on the toe of his back foot extremely early. If a HS hitter has a leg kick or is looking to convert to one. 1: John Ross, 4.22 seconds in 2017 No. He can pinpoint where he wants to hit it. By comparison, the immortal Mike Trout clocked a 6.30 60-yard time. If a smart player pointed out to his coach that Trout and Cabrera both had actual leg lifts, the coach could counter by pointing out their extreme size and strength. Donald possessed a 98 athleticism score to Kancey's 94, according to Next Gen Stats. 6: Jose Altuve's memorable dash around the bases to score the winning run in Game 2 of the 2017 American League championship series. Save all of your favorite content in one curated collection. Who had the fastest 40-yard dash in 2023? TCU Horned Frogs linebacker Dee Winters posts an official 4.49-second time in the 40-yard dash . He hit .230 against breaking balls on the outside corner. His arms are rotated to the zone by his torso and his hands arent pushing forward. The improvement in his lower body helped his swing because his upper body was already near ideal. Jose Altuve has emerged as a piece that the Astros should be looking to build around. Tony Gwynn was another guy that was very similar in that way. Its time. Charlie Morton, Dallas Keuchel and Collin McHugh may not be around, either. The difference between the two is that a leg lift gives the hitter an internal trigger and the foot-down-early method is based on an external trigger. And by the fifth, sixth day [of the tryout camp], I told the staff, 'For being a 15-,16-year-old kid, this kid has a good feel of what was going on at the plate.' George Springer and Josh Reddick (ha!) Vernon Davis - 4.38 seconds - Fastest 40 yard dash time by a TE . Don't turn anybody down. I didn't know who he was, but he was in the back and he'd talk constantly in Spanish. Heres a full tracker of the fastest times for the 40-yard dash this year, plus a look back at some previous records: The 40-yard dash is exactly what it sounds like. He was already coming off a batting title, he was coming off a hit-total title [in 2014], and yet his first thing to me was, 'How can I get better? It was a back field, and it was like him and eight other guys. Then there's the power. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | Straw is not complaining though. . TCU Horned Frogs defensive back Tre'Vius Hodges-Tomlinson discusses how his uncle, Hall of Fame running back LaDainian Tomlinson, made an impact on his career. Defensive ends are going to want to make a splash in the 3-cone drill. The real aid of a proper leg lift is what occurs inside a swing when the lift is properly executed. Penn State Nittany Lions defensive back Joey Porter Jr. and his father former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Joey Sr. discusses the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine with Kimmi Chex. The game is too dangerous: Perfect Game scouts assign a PG grade to all players that are evaluated at a PG Showcase.
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