Head Protection

[mattmets]

Originally Posted by Steven Tyler

In my time in ball, I almost always wore my catchers/batters helmet out on the field during pregame activity. I also tried to place myself in a position where my back wasn't turned to any balls that where being batted or thrown. It was a good habit I got into as a youngster and still apply to this day. If made to wear a helmet on the field, I figure I have only two choices. Comply or quit. What's your call going to be?

I don't recall anybody making fun of Jon Olerud.

John Olerud had a brain hemmorhage and was told wear the helmet or don't play.

Like Steve said, nothing in baseball can happen without the ball (except the rare OBS penalty). Why can't people watch where it is to know what's going on?

[Steven Tyler]

Originally Posted by mattmets

John Olerud had a brain hemmorhage and was told wear the helmet or don't play.

I am aware of why Olerud wore the helmet in the field. However, I don't once recall him being hit with a thrown or batted ball in all the time he wore the helmet. He continued to wear the helmet at all times. Thanks for making my point for me.