Professional baseball players that are easy to imitate: a compilation of batting stance impressions
If you like baseball, chances are you’ve tried imitating a pro player’s form at least once, right?
Batting stances are a classic for impressions, and copying not only the most imitated players but also those with distinctive forms can really liven things up!
In this article, we’ll focus on batting forms and introduce a lineup of players who are easy to mimic as well as those with particularly unique stances.
We’ve selected a variety of players regardless of era or nationality, so feel free to use this as a reference!
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Professional baseball players that are easy to impersonate: A roundup of batting stance impressions (21–30)
Hiromitsu Ochiai
Hiromitsu Ochiai played for the Lotte Orions and the Chunichi Dragons, and after retiring he also made his mark as the manager of the Chunichi Dragons.
During his tenure as manager of the Dragons, his teams finished in the top three every year, won the league four times, and captured one Japan Series title, which is why many people have a strong impression of him as a manager.
His batting form, known as the “priest-style swing” (kannushi dahō), involves holding the bat loosely at his side and then stepping in and applying power at the moment of contact.
It’s described as a style that draws on shifting from full-body relaxation to tension to generate power, and as requiring techniques that deviate from the basics of standard form.
The way he theatrically emphasizes the moment he puts in the power, and the satisfied look he shows when he connects well, are also traits that strongly evoke Hiromitsu Ochiai.
Teruaki Sato
Teruaki Sato of the Hanshin Tigers is a left-handed hitter whose power stands out, having hit 20 home runs for three straight seasons from his rookie year.
If you’re a baseball fan—especially a Hanshin fan—he’s definitely a batter you’ll want to imitate.
Lightly extend the bat toward the mound once, then move into your stance.
While in your batting form, keep the bat angled back and slightly rotate your upper body from the chest up—that’s a key feature.
With a straight, upright posture, lift your front leg lightly, step forward, and swing as if you’re leaning into it.
That should help you capture Sato’s vibe.
In conclusion
We’ve introduced a whole lineup of baseball players who are great for impersonations.
From current stars to beloved veterans, and even players with distinctive batting stances—there were all kinds of athletes.
If you’re among fellow baseball fans, it’s sure to be a hit, so use this article as a guide and try your hand at impersonating a variety of players.