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Originally Posted by Steven Tyler
In my time in ball, I almost always wore my catchers/batters helmet out on the field during pregame activity. I also tried to place myself in a position where my back wasn't turned to any balls that where being batted or thrown. It was a good habit I got into as a youngster and still apply to this day. If made to wear a helmet on the field, I figure I have only two choices. Comply or quit. What's your call going to be?
I don't recall anybody making fun of Jon Olerud.
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John Olerud had a brain hemmorhage and was told wear the helmet or don't play.
Like Steve said, nothing in baseball can happen without the ball (except the rare OBS penalty). Why can't people watch where it is to know what's going on?