That Looks Painful

The first time you glance at photos like these, you might wince. When you look at them the first time, it seems like this athlete must be horribly injured for his arm to bend this way.

Actually, this player is fine! As a matter of fact, he was getting ready to throw a blistering fastball at the batter. The weird pose in the picture was actually captured as he wound up his throw. In garnering momentum, though, he swung his arm in seemingly impossible ways.

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