Sometimes the best pitch can be a surprise, even if it's not executed correctly. It happens all the time and while catchers frame and announcers coo, it all starts with planning. Coach was going over the general plan for the weekend series and mentioned how they hadn't truly seen a good change up away. I … Continue reading Pasttime – 109

At the end of the day, the pitcher is all alone out on the hill. They are master and commander of their fate, the ultimate sign of freedom. The pitcher starts all the action and when done correctly, can determine what happens next. Or at least that's the way it's drawn up beforehand, discussed in … Continue reading Pasttime – 108

With time and experience, a pitcher grasps a better understanding of what they can and can't do on the field. It's about this time that the decision shifts behind the plate. The catcher has grown as much as the pitcher. They would tell you even more so since they see a wider variety of batters … Continue reading Pasttime – 107