Play at First

[Michael J. Strybel]

Carl,
I appreciate the last line more than you know.

I didn't mean to slight anyone about my clinician's comment to JJ. I know him through the Illinois High School Association and meant it only as a courtesy. I was unaware of your resume or anyone else that fills a similar role.

My question was directed to JJ since he is aware of the mechanics we use here. I assumed that most states teach their umpires to watch the ball first and swivel back and forh between secondary action. I considered R1 to not be much of a threat in the original play. Gordon implied that his partner was watching the play. If I am mistaken, then I apologize.