Dropped third strike

[SAump]

Reading this thread over and wanted to introduce new info. Most readers have read about a new mechanic for a third strike not caught. Signal safe and verbalize no catch. Others disagree that a new signal is needed or that the new mechanic just hasn't gained universal acceptance.

I wanted to introduce a new and possible alternative. Hold 3 strikes up high with pinky ring and middle finger to alert both benches of the call and verbalize no catch. Let the resulting action lower your arm. It avoids the awkwardness of the safe signal after a strike. I like it.

[GarthB]

Originally Posted by SAump

Hold 3 strikes up high with pinky ring and middle finger to alert both benches of the call and verbalize no catch.

You indicate three strikes with two fingers? How many do you use to indicate two strikes?

[Dave Hensley]

Originally Posted by GarthB

You indicate three strikes with two fingers? How many do you use to indicate two strikes?

I think you have to infer a comma between "pinky" and "ring."

[GarthB]

Originally Posted by Dave Hensley

I think you have to infer a comma between "pinky" and "ring."

Ahhh. Being too literal again. My apologies.

[Rich]

Originally Posted by GarthB

Ahhh. Being too literal again. My apologies.

C'mon, everyone knows what the swirl the pinky ring in the air mechanic is. It means that you want the ball boy to bring you another between-inning glass of chardonnay. Or maybe a nice riesling.

[DonInKansas]

Had to slap a ballboy once cuz he only put one olive in my martini. Two olives, boy! And keep 'em coming!