Banter

[Jerry]

Many high school and college players belong to summer leagues. As such, many of their friends are on opposing teams. It's not unusual for that type of "banter" to occur and just not between Catcher and Batter. (As opposed to trash talking or verbal interference/obstruction). Catchers talking to batters has gone on since the beginning of time and will continue well after we're all dead and gone. As long as the conversation remains comical, civil and friendly, let's play ball. After all, batters need to learn how to concentrate too. If it appears to intimidate or upset a batter, you can easily put a stop to it by saying, "That's enough banter, son. Let him try to concentrate." No need to make a big deal about it, one way or the other.