Bears News: Mic’d up in Tokyo: Dansby Swanson’s unfiltered experience |
Tony Crumpton
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- Thursday, April 10 2025
The stars were out in Japan for the Tokyo Series. Follow along as Dansby Swanson shares his experience with us. Cubs Mic'd Up is presented by Nike.
Watch the fun video below:
Video summary/cliff-notes:
(00:01) Dansby Swanson reflects on the honor of playing in Tokyo, calling it "as iconic and special as it gets" and noting only two MLB teams were chosen for the event.
(00:28) He chats with fellow players about arriving in Tokyo, complimenting the city's cleanliness, respectfulness, and beauty.
(00:49) Swanson greets teammates and reacts to a holographic camera effect at the game, calling it "sick" and “highlight film” material.
(01:13) Mentions playing against the Yomiuri Giants and how the local fans enjoyed the experience.
(01:37) Talks about fielding conditions and how the speed of ground balls varies based on how they’re hit.
(01:50) Lighthearted moment with teammate Seiya Suzuki, followed by playful banter during batting practice.
(02:22) Swanson discusses his hitting strategy—focusing on bat angle and swing mechanics—wanting to train by just hitting without overthinking.
(02:47) Explains how his best swings come from a synchronized move with specific body positioning, emphasizing muscle memory over conscious thought.
(03:14) Reflects on the mental challenge of not overanalyzing at-bats due to years of experience and accumulated thoughts.
(03:36) Compliments another player who played shortstop in college, describing him as a hardworking “gamer” and appreciating his work ethic.
