What a Pitcher Really Needs

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  • Pitcher prepares to pitch to batter...
  • Baserunner leaves safety of first base, steps toward second
  • Pitcher throws to first baseman, runner scampers back
  • Pitcher may continue to throw over to first...
  • ... and it becomes a game within the game
  • In effect, pitcher and runner dare each other to try something

    • A nifty variation occurs with men on first and third-- the pitcher fakes a throw to first, then
    wheels around and throws to third to nail the guy he really wants to pick off.

  • It's great fun to see him get the man at third
  • It's great fun to see him throw the ball away
  • It all depends on who you're pulling for        
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