Who Do You Want to Hit with a Fastball?

It happens several times each year. A batter is hit by a pitch. The opposing team retaliates by hitting someone. Both teams and managers are warned. An obscure reliever hits another guy. Benches clear. Bullpen guys come running in to join the scrum. The players try to...

No-Doubles Defense

Sometimes late in a game, especially a close game, the team leading on the scoreboard will employ an unusual defensive positioning. It’s called a “no-doubles” defense. The idea is that, by positioning the first and third basemen behind their...