ASA Rule Changes

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Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

The 1-1 count seems to be a positive change. Too many people think this is a speed-up rule. It is not. It is a rule change to encourage the batters to put the ball into play. Games with a 3-2 count are not that much shorter than games with a 4-3 count.

I couldn't disagree more. I call in two leagues, one that starts with a 1-1 and one that starts with the regular 0-0 count. The league with the 1-1 quite consistently has their games end much sooner than the league that doesn't go with the 1-1. Remember that 13-inning game that ended in an hour and 25 minutes? Yep, 1-1.

Look the games are short enough as it is: usually an hour, give or take 5-10 minutes. Most SP tournaments are able to keep with the schedule with only a few going over their time slots.

I do see the advantage that a 1-1 gives a pitcher, as the batters won't wait until they have 1 or 2 strikes before taking a swing. They become less "choosey" and more willing to hit a ball that isn't their "perfect pitch."

Still, I think it's unnecessary. Do we really want 45-minute games? Hell, I've even had 30-minute games with a 1-1.

It's just silly. Leave it alone.