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Dansby Swanson's New Approach Sparks Impressive Cactus League Start

3/6/2026

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Dansby Swanson shifted his offensive approach this offseason, moving away from mechanical drills toward natural movement and athleticism.
He said drill-focused practices hindered his performance and described a need for change.
In the Cactus League, Swanson has an OPS of 1.600 in four games.
Hitting coach Dustin Kelly said the approach mirrors Swanson's defensive play, which relies on natural rhythm rather than mechanics.

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Dansby Swanson shifted his offensive approach this offseason, moving away from mechanical drills toward natural movement and athleticism.
He said drill-focused practices hindered his performance and described a need for change.
In the Cactus League, Swanson has an OPS of 1.600 in four games.
Hitting coach Dustin Kelly said the approach mirrors Swanson's defensive play, which relies on natural rhythm rather than mechanics.