Maybe it's because the Reds (Choo in particular) are such a terrible baserunning team so it only seems that way, but Redszone really seems to hate the steal. And hit and run. Too risky.
Maybe it's because the Reds (Choo in particular) are such a terrible baserunning team so it only seems that way, but Redszone really seems to hate the steal. And hit and run. Too risky.
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--Bronson Arroyo
I love the steal and hate the hit and run. I buy into the Earl Weaver strategy of run and hit.Originally Posted by 11larkin11
I'm not a system player. I am a system.
Would love to see some numbers on how often a hit and run is successful, and stats on who is good at it and who isn't. I suspect some hitters, of course, are better than others.
Steals? Love them if its Dave Collins, Joe Morgan, Barry Larkin and especially Eric Davis. Hate it if it's Choo or BP, these days.
The Reds are full of dudes who can't steal a base. The one who can can't get into a game, even when his team is up 9-0.
sorry we're boring
"*Do not slide into first (unless to avoid a tag on an errant throw)"
Today in the first game between the Braves and Nats, Andrelton Simmons (Braves' SS) slid hard into first trying to beat out the throw. He came very close; closer than he would have without the slide.
Not sure that's always a bad idea?
Reds & Nats, 2013 LCS. Take2 (9/13) Reds but no Nats
Don't high-five a guy that wants to tag you out.
She used to wake me up with coffee ever morning
Always Red (09-17-2013),texasdave (09-18-2013)
- Don't overly chat up the opposing infielder at whatever base you occupy as the game proceeds.
- Focus on the next pitch and game situation; not soda-can races and the like.
- Gum and chew are okay. Seeds should be avoided.
- Keep laces tightly tied.
- Limit the gawking at attention-grabbing fans.
- High socks may give a half-second advantage but this is still an object of research and analysis.
Reds & Nats, 2013 LCS. Take2 (9/13) Reds but no Nats
Just hit home runs and you don't have to worry about this base running thing.
Reds Fan Since 1971
When trying to stretch a single into a double, don't faceplant the second baseman's butt!!!
Also, always remember, a good medium is rare.
"Lemonade requires a significant amount of sugar. Otherwise, you've just made lemon juice."
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