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Originally Posted by MikeStrybel
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.
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It is not applicable to all levels of play. If your day job is Umpiring and you CAN'T, quit it. Then you will call the "expected call" your supervisor tells you too. Else you have a lot more time on your hands to discuss baseball on the Forum.