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The transformation of Joey Gallo: How the Rangers slugger found his swing, his confidence, and himself

ALISO VIEJO, Calif. - In the history of Major League Baseball, which puts a premium on young left-handed hitting power, there have been two occasions when a pair of lefties under the age of 24 each hit at least 35 home runs in a season.

One duo was that of Hall of Famers Chuck Klein and Mel Ott more than 80 years ago.

The other is over there in the corner of the Boras Sports Training Institute gym finishing up a two-hour workout by using weighted hammers and comparing swing mechanics. Say hello to Joey Gallo and Cody Bellinger and their little friends.