Mark Prior
Mark Prior
Mark William Prioris an American former professional baseball pitcher. He pitched for the Chicago Cubs from 2002 to 2006 in a career that was marred by injuries. His repertoire of pitches included a mid-90s mph fastball, a curveball, a slurve, and a changeup. He is currently working in the front office of the San Diego Padres Organization...
ProfessionBaseball Player
Date of Birth7 September 1980
CitySan Diego, CA
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I've been on throwing programs before, but this one is a little more structured, trying to build up arm strength. I'm doing extended amounts of sets, throwing 20-25 at a certain distance and then taking a little break and going back a little bit farther. I think I'm responding to it well. We talked about it last year, that's how it would be - take it a little bit slower or a little bit more methodical.
behave move
I've always said I didn't behave rudely. I just want to move on.
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I've represented the country twice and played on two USA teams. It's a great experience, it's an awesome experience. You can't describe it from an athletic standpoint.
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It was unfortunate that it had come to this. I'm satisfied with the fact I was able to tell my side of the story.
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We made a lot of mistakes as pitchers last year. We didn't cover the bag at first a few times, threw the ball to the wrong bases. I think we all need to make sure we're focused this spring on doing the things we need to get better at. They're small, but obviously very huge parts of the game.
ball felt surprised throwing
I was really surprised because of the way I felt throwing. I felt like I was throwing the ball well.
threw
I threw a lot in the first inning,
birthday glad good great henry
Henry had a great day. I'm glad he had a good day, especially after his birthday.
bad ball ground looking took
I got what I was looking for ? a ground ball ? and unfortunately, it took a bad hop.
I have been told to keep it open-ended, don't set myself up.
mechanics simple
I don't know what adjustments I could make. My mechanics to me are about as simple as you could get.
believe fans people problem respected stone sure
I have never had a problem with Stone and don't believe he has a problem with me. I'm sure he's doing his job. He can say what he likes. He's well respected by fans and a lot of people in baseball.
ball coming felt synch
I felt out of synch all day. The ball never felt comfortable coming out of my hand.
healthy prove
I feel the same as I always do. I don't feel like I have to go out there and try to prove that I'm healthy or do anything out of the ordinary.