Daniel Catalan

M.A. Education // Hitting Coach - CTBC Brothers 🇹🇼 🐘 🏆//Founder - Academia de Beisbol Chileno 🇨🇱 ⚾️ // Former - Driveline Baseball 🚀📈

[Daniel Catalan @DCatalan]

My time at @DrivelineBB was amazing. The access to resources, team of intelligent people, combined with the drive to learn more about how to get players better is unmatched, & I’m happy I could have been a part of it.

Next, is Taiwan to work as the @CTBC_Brothers hitting coach.

[CPBL STATS (Taiwan Dark Lemon) 🪬🔮 @GOCPBL]

CTBC Brothers have won the 2025 CPBL 2nd-half season title, securing a spot in the playoffs. This is also the Brothers' 20th half-season title in their franchise history.

[CPBL 中華職棒 @CPBL]

20th Half-Season Champions for @CTBC_Brothers 🏆
#中信ブラザーズ、２年連続１３度目の後期優勝です🎊
#CPBL #台湾プロ野球
#NewChapter #新篇章

[Jacob Hirsh @jhirsh04]

What if I told there’s a metric that spotted Ben Rice, Tyler Soderstrom, and Trent Grisham as breakout candidates before they made their mark in 2025?

Meet Banger+

A new metric that combines the fundamentals every great hitter needs into one number.

Here’s how it works…👇

[Mikey Corsillo @Corsillo11]

The lessons I learned as a hitting intern @DrivelineBB 🧠🚀⚾️

One of the most transformative experiences of my career and here’s what I learned from the best in the game🔥

MEGA THREAD🧵⬇️

Stay with me on this one it’s long…

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[Elijah Boyer @Elijah_Boyer7]

You can load however you want.

But there’s usually a price.

Talent can mask inefficiency.
But the best? They want to be better.

Let’s break down two MLB hitters — and the hidden tradeoffs in their load: 🧵👇

[Daniel Catalan @DCatalan]

Three times the fun. 🚀🚀🚀

[CPBL STATS (Taiwan Dark Lemon) 🪬🔮 @GOCPBL]

TRIPLE SHOTS! CTBC Brothers' 許基宏 (Hsu Chi-Hung) launched 3 home runs in a single game. This is also his 6th home run in the last 6 games.

[CPBL STATS (Taiwan Dark Lemon) 🪬🔮 @GOCPBL]

CTBC Brothers' 許基宏 (Hsu Chi-Hung) belted a mammoth grand slam out of Taichung Intercontinental Baseball stadium. 🚀

🔸 Exit Velocity: 174 kph (108.2 mph)
🔸 Launch Angle: 32.66°
🔸 Distance: 453 ft

[Jacob Hirsh @jhirsh04]

Attack Angle Explained: A Casual Fan’s Guide 🧵

MLBs newest public metric, attack angle, isn’t new to some. However, with Stacast bat tracking, big league hitters’ attack angle data is now available to the public.

So what is attack angle and why is it important? 👇

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[CPBL STATS (Taiwan Dark Lemon) 🪬🔮 @GOCPBL]

CTBC Brothers' 詹子賢 (Chan Tzu-Hsien) blasts a go-ahead solo shot to left field.

[CPBL STATS (Taiwan Dark Lemon) 🪬🔮 @GOCPBL]

CTBC Brothers' Humburto Castellanos is making his CPBL debut tonight.

[Daniel Shih @daniel_shih88]

The latest episode of Rants is LIVE!

This week, CTBC Brothers Hitting Coach Daniel Catalan (@DCatalan) joins me to discuss his globally illustrious playing career and a synopsis of what Driveline Baseball is all about! #CPBL

Listen now at:
https://t.co/Dmx7o9CkDM

[Daniel Catalan @DCatalan]

@CodifyBaseball 1 extra mile per hour of bat speed would result in an extra 1.2 mph of EV, which could equate to an extra 3-4 feet of extra distance.

[The Coaching Union @coachingunion]

Episode 2 of The Coaching Union Podcast is live! This Extra Innings segment breaks down Self-Determination Theory—your key to boosting motivation, autonomy, & belonging. Tune in & share your thoughts!
https://t.co/6IybmjAfQO

[Wayne E. Yang @wayneeyang]

Coach @DCatalan talks about celebrating the basics: 'Try to hit the ball hard' by having a quick, compact swing. 'Try to swing at pitches you can hit.' 'Not crazy concepts, but you would be surprised...' #taiwan #baseball #台灣 #棒球灣

[Daniel Catalan @DCatalan]

@JRod__9 was one of my junior college coaches. He would go on to coach around the world and serve as an inspiration. 13 years later we get to talk about our experiences. Thank you for everything!

[JRod ⚾️🇺🇸🇵🇷🇬🇧 @jrodbaseball_9]

🚨We’ve officially launched a podcast!🚨📢

A huge thank you to everyone who supported me throughout this journey—I couldn’t have done it without you @DCatalan @charliebatho @britbaseballpod

Here’s to building something meaningful and growing together as learners and leaders 🧠🎙️🍻

[The Coaching Union @coachingunion]

Episode 1 of The Coaching Union is out now: Finding Your Coaching Identity with @DCatalan, hitting coach for the CTBC Brothers in Taiwan. Dive into Daniel’s expertise in developing a unique coaching style and elevating athlete performance.

Listen here:
https://t.co/6IybmjAfQO

[CPBL STATS (Taiwan Dark Lemon) 🪬🔮 @GOCPBL]

CTBC Brothers hitting coach, Daniel Catalan (@DCatalan), appeared on the popular Taiwanese baseball podcast Keyboard Scouts to discuss his experiences working in Taiwan and share insights into his coaching philosophy.

Here's the full interview in English. https://t.co/NWZ8w4wKup

[JRod ⚾️🇺🇸🇵🇷🇬🇧 @jrodbaseball_9]

🚨Thrilled to announce the launch of The Coaching Union Podcast!🎙️

We’ll connect industry pros with coaches to elevate practice and the theory behind it. 🧠

Episode 1 drops this month, featuring professional hitting coach @DCatalan on how he found his coaching identity. Here’s a sneak peek!

Big thanks to everyone who helped make this happen—stay tuned 👀
@coachingunion

[Daniel Catalan @DCatalan]

@JRod__9 @CTBC_Brothers @BBJobsOverseas @AaronTakacs Legendary 😎

[Daniel Catalan @DCatalan]

The Japan Winter League. A place where cultures come together to help players develop their skills and find new opportunities.

This year I have a player from my academy in Chile participating, 5 players from the @CTBC_Brothers, & friends from @BBJobsOverseas. The perfect blend.

[JapanWinterLeague公式 @JPwinterleague]

【note】#ジャパンウィンターリーグ 版 夢の球宴！ "Japanese vs. Overseas" （12/15） 【JWL Game Report：Day.16】

https://t.co/emIrK0Mpua

[Daniel Catalan @DCatalan]

@jovvvian @CTBC_Brothers @BBJobsOverseas The kid is strong 💪🏾