Intentional walk / hit batsman

[Welpe]

Originally Posted by MikeStrybel

1) A pitching coach is a coach; a manager is not. It seems that some on this board continue to assume in efforts to defend another's error. I wrote what happened, not what some of you want to have occured. I never stated that this was about 11-12 year olds.

I almost addressed the coach v. manager aspect but I DID assume that a minor league manager would be the one to make such a decision so you got me there.

I am not defending anybody's "error", I am sharing how you were perceived by a disinterested third party (and I'm not the only one it seems). Context is important. I don't really care who is "right".

Might I offer a piece of friendly advice and advise you just relax a little and get to know the place and participants? It may provide a more pleasant experience. But you are free to do as you wish.

[MikeStrybel]

My friend, I feel no ill will towards any one here. Six years in Asia taught me to embrace life differently.

One of the PMs I received asked why I always wish people a safe or enjoyable season in closing. I hope it is obvious now.

Thank you.

[Welpe]

Have a good season, Mike. I am not going to be calling baseball this year but I hope to return next year.