Or we could just hit someone number two and not intentionally get that lineup position out in order to advance runners. Mauer could advance them with non-outs. Like hits.

 

Yes, if everybody always just got hits, scoring runs would be much easier.

Yes, if everybody always just got hits, scoring runs would be much easier.

 

Like today; Hicks 4-4, Dozier 3-4, Mauer 6 RBI's.

"People say they want Joe Mauer batting second, but do you really want him coming up with a man on second base and shooting them the other way?"

 

The other thing is, when Mauer goes the other way, the ball tends to stay in the air. When he pulls the ball, that's when he hits it on the ground. Either way, mission accomplished. Runner advances.

Yes, if everybody always just got hits, scoring runs would be much easier.

 

right, hence why stringing together your best hitters is generally a good strategy. It's certainly better than intentionally positioning someone inbetween them who can get out but make it "productive"

right, hence why stringing together your best hitters is generally a good strategy. It's certainly better than intentionally positioning someone inbetween them who can get out but make it "productive"

 

Got it. Now please explain how to pitch well.

God I miss BYTO.

God I miss BYTO.

 

Oh, but you're doing so well with the hilarious StarTrek face palm. Feel free to private message me with every NSFTD comment you have. I promise PROMISE not to cry foul and then run away from the conversation.