Strikes & Outs

[bob jenkins]

Originally posted by Rich Ives
He also postulates than a banger call will be more readily accepted if the umpire is dressed well. Maybe some coaches will, but I won't, and many others won't. The argument that ensues is based on whether or not we believe the call was correct.

If it's an umpire you know, then you will judge him on the actions more than the appearance. But, if it's an umpire you don't know, the appearance will (in general) affect your perception of the call (or at least your reaction to the call) -- even if you (in general) aren't aware of this.

It's the same as with LDUB's post. He's been here long enough that the typos won't greatly affect anyone's perception of him (it's either "typical" or "anyone can make a mistake" depending on the perceptions you already have). But, if he was new, then it would affect our reaction to his arguement / comments -- see dumdum's posts for one example.

IMO, there is a fairly strong correlation between "looking bad" and "being bad." There's a far weaker correlation between "looking good" and "being good."