Swing-on-a-bunt mechanic--no poll

[Cub42]

Again, as DH stated, point with left arm, and " Yes he did " then use your swing strke mechanic.

[RPatrino]

My bunt mechanic is the same as a check swing if I call it a strike.

"YES"....point the strike.

[aceholleran]

Originally Posted by Dave Hensley

Verbalizing swinging strikes is not a taught mechanic in the high school, college or pro clinics I'm familiar with. In fact, the opposite - no verbal and a simple, casual strike signal - is the "standard" taught mechanic. I have to believe most guys I work with would equate verbalizing a swinging strike with verbalizing an obvious foul ball.

Is it a standard mechanic with your peers as well, in your area?

I have to say that Ray Faustich, who is the senior HS guy around here (and a nationally acclaimed rules guy), taught many of us basic mechanics.

His wont is to verbalize every ball and strike call.

I could easily live with not verbalizing the obvious swinging strike. However, unless a medical miracle occurs, I won't be doing the plate ever again.

I must admit, though, I don't care for the school that says nada on a called ball.

Ace

[ozzy6900]

On a bunt offer, I point to the batter with my left hand and say "Yes, you offered" where as on a normal offer I point and say "Yes, you went!".