John Ely

John Ely brings an extensive professional résumé and elite pitching development expertise to Legacy 3 42. A former Major League pitcher with the Los Angeles Dodgers and a product of the Chicago White Sox organization, Ely’s career reflects excellence at every level of professional baseball.

Career Highlights

• Major League debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2010, earning national attention through multiple high-quality starts early in his career
• One of the top rookie pitching stretches in MLB that season, recording six consecutive outings with two or fewer earned runs
• Pacific Coast League Pitcher of the Year in 2012 after a dominant Triple-A season with a 14–7 record, 3.20 ERA, and 165 strikeouts
• Third-round MLB Draft selection by the Chicago White Sox out of Miami (Ohio), where he set multiple program records
• Twelve-year professional career across Major League Baseball, Triple-A, and international competition, recognized for command, pitchability, and preparation

Coaching and Development Expertise

John’s professional background informs a modern, data-driven approach to pitching development. His areas of specialization include:

• Pitching mechanics, efficiency, and delivery sequencing
• Command development and repeatable movement patterns
• Pitch design, ball-flight profiling, and repertoire optimization
• Video analysis and individualized corrective programming
• Arm care systems, recovery strategies, and workload management

Role at Legacy 3 42

As Pitching Consultant, John Ely contributes to:

• Comprehensive pitching curriculum development
• Player evaluation using modern performance metrics
• Pitch design sessions and advanced bullpen analysis
• Coach education and system alignment across age groups
• Long-term pitching development strategy for the organization