Pitching to Richie Sexson
This classic baseball instruction video comes from back in 2003 with Cincinnati Reds pitcher Danny Graves, as well as pitching coach Don Gullett and bullpen coach Tom Hume. Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh asks how they prepare to face Richie Sexson prior to the Brewers coming to town to face the Reds.
Legal Catch Controversies from 2022 MLB Season
The official definition of the “Catch” rule that is referenced in this report: A CATCH is the act of a fielder in getting secure possession in his hand or glove of a ball in flight and firmly holding it; providing he does not use his cap, protector, pocket or any other part of his uniform…
Five Questions about Balks Answered by Rich Marazzi
When a pitcher balks followed by a throw to a base or a pitch to the batter, or pitches a “Ball Four,” there are many questions that need to be answered. This creates a challenge for the players, coaching staff, manager, and broadcasters. Keep in mind, when a pitcher balks, the ball is not always…
Marlins Brewers Pitched Ball Lodged in Padding, Runner Awarded 1B
The Marlins hosted the Brewers on May 15th. In the bottom of the eighth, Brian Anderson was batting with two outs and facing Aaron Ashby. He struck out and the ball got by catcher Omar Narváez. The Brewers’ catcher retrieved the ball that was under the padding near the backstop. He appeared to have no…
Failing to Return to First Base
The Orioles and A’s played in Oakland on April 21. In the top of the fourth inning Trey Mancini reached first base on an error. Once he got beyond first base, he collected himself, and turning his body toward second base he made a hop step. Walking back to the bag along the first-base line,…
Miller Park- Milwaukee Brewers
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Bat Boy or Ball Boy Interference
Baseball games feature batboys and batgirls at all levels. Occasionally they get involved in a play and disrupt the natural course of the game. It most often occurs when a ball is hit down the baseline (fair) and the ball boy stationed in foul territory, is struck by the ball. We have all seen plays…
