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Old Tue May 24, 2011, 07:16am
David B David B is offline
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Originally Posted by MikeStrybel View Post
The expected call debate is one that always causes some sore feelings. For example, the curve ball that crosses above the knees and finishes just above the dirt. I know some who will advocate that it will always be a ball in their games because no one wants to see that pitch called a strike, nor expects it. A few brave souls will say it doesn't matter, it's a strike and they aren't there to appease fans and coaches or achieve higher ratings by ignoring the tough call.
good point and of course, all of this depends on the level of ball that you are calling also. "small ball" get every strike and out you can - players that shave and up, its a whole different approach that takes lots of time to develop.

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David
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