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Originally posted by PeteBooth
In the Major leagues, there are 4 umpires, meaning they have maximum coverage. Most of the ball we call utilizes the 2 person mechanics, meaning the PU cannot stay stationary behind home plate.
Therefore, in addition to finding a stance for better Strike / Ball consistency we also need a stance that allows us to get out from behind the plate in a relatively easy and quick manner.
The "slot" position is best suited for this, meaning we can see either corner and also can get out from behind the plate rather quickly.
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I understand that in a 2 man system, going on one knee is not ideal, it will slow you down. But setting up directly behind the catcher won't slow you down. The plate is 17 inches wide. The difference between setting up with your nose on the inside corner and your nose in the middle of the plat is 8.5 inches away. Now you can't tell me that 8.5 inches will slow you down.