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Dive into the world of baseball with the Plate Crate blog, where you can swing for the fences with the latest news, all while getting the inside scoop on player profiles, training tips, and more!

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Best Stretching Exercises For Baseball Players

Baseball players need to stay limber and flexible to perform at their best. Without proper stretching, they may be more prone to injury and won't be able to move as freely on th...

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Bandit Sports Training Aids: How PlateCrate Can Help Athletes Reach Their Potential

Athletes are always looking for ways to improve their performance and reach their peak potential. The right training aids can help them get there. PlateCrate.com offers a wide r...

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The Importance of Massage Rollers

A massage roller is a great tool for athletes to use to relieve sore muscles. It can also help to improve circulation and flexibility. Massage rollers are relatively inexpensive...

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How to Pick a Baseball Glove?

How to Pick a Baseball Glove?

Looking for a baseball glove can be a daunting task, with so many different styles and materials to choose from. Whether you are buying for yourself or for a child, there a...

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How Do Speed Ladders Improve Speed?

One of the most common drills that athletes of various sports will perform is ladder drills. You might have seen people going through ladder drills at your local park or gym. On...

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What is a Rosin Bag?

What is a Rosin Bag?

  Rosin Bags What is rosin in baseball? A rosin bag is a small pouch filled with rosin powder that is used by baseball pitchers to improve their grip on the ball. Pitchers ...

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Baseball Practice

Baseball Practice

How to Avoid Injuries During Baseball Practice or Baseball Games Are you a coach or parent of an aspiring young baseball athlete? If so, it's important to make sure that t...

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Three Exercises to Hit Baseballs HARDER

In a perfect world, you would roll out of bed with messy hair, slap on a helmet, and be able to hit 450 foot dong shots. However, what's far more likely is that you actually nee...

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Baseball Gifts

Baseball Gifts

  If you are looking for baseball gifts, Plate Crate has tons of great options! Baseball Gifts- Plate Crate subscription box The best baseball gifts are the ones that ...

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BO BICHETTE'S Hitting Secret REVEALED

BO BICHETTE'S Hitting Secret REVEALED

Hey dude/dudette! The bad news is that you suck at hitting to the opposite field. The good news is that you came here! The first step in getting better is admitting that you hav...

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History of Baseball

History of Baseball

  Baseball is thought to have originated as a game in England, and was brought by British immigrants to North America. The first baseball park was built in Hoboken, New Je...

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Ways to Improve Your Baseball Skills

Ways to Improve Your Baseball Skills

  If you're a fan of baseball, then you know that the game can be even more enjoyable when you have the right gear. Accessories and training aids can help improve your skil...

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