All pitchers have intent with every pitch. It may seem like we want each one to go past the batter, but the dream scenario is a 27-pitch, 27-out perfect game where each hitter swings at the first pitch and sends a slow roller to first base. While that is completely unrealistic, it is a dream; … Continue reading Pasttime – 21

I've woken up naked in a strange bed before. The times I can't remember how I got there vary from the personification of immaturity to the results of bad decisions. But there's universal agreement that it's not the ideal situation. The cliche answer to what to do in that situation - don't - actually works … Continue reading Pasttime – 20

Skip’s pretty good about making us clean up our own mess. Well, the more professional term is holding players accountable for their actions. But it’s the same either way; I’ve got two men on, nobody out and no one is coming to help me. I’m not looking for help. Well, I could have used some … Continue reading Pasttime – 19