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Originally Posted by Dakota
Interesting (that is, in a procedural sort of way). I have a question, though, not being a slow pitch guy.
Why do the players care? (i.e. What is the issue?)
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It allows the batter more room to stand back and take the inside pitch up the middle. DON'T SCREAM AT ME, that's what I've heard from the players. It also gives the batter more room to wander and, possibly, walk into the pitch which, I guess, could provide a high exit speed for the batted ball.
Again, just what the players have stated. Personally, I thought it was a waste of time and an unnecessary change. Apparently, the players believe it was a safety issue.