What happened: At Field of Dreams, McGriff told the MLB Tonight crew he began trying to make contact farther out front while staying over the plate. Releasing his top hand completed the adjustment he credited with producing more home runs.
Why it matters: The explanation connects a simple mechanical change to a 19-season career that ended with his 2023 Hall of Fame induction. It offers a concrete example of how contact point and hand action can work together.
By the numbers: McGriff recorded 2,490 hits, 493 home runs and 1,550 RBIs with a .284/.377/.509 career slash line.
What to watch: Watch for whether MLB Tonight expands the discussion to how current hitters use the same one-handed finish.