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TOPIC: Protecting the pitchers |
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| Anchor
November 10, 2019
8:55:33 PM
Entry #: 4275143
| Interesting discussion at the AGM regarding nets in front of the pitcher..... not a fan.
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| Local 1134
November 10, 2019
9:56:54 PM
Entry #: 4275144
| no nets please
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| silverfox
November 11, 2019
7:39:53 AM
Entry #: 4275148
| Any type of net changes the game, I would be totally against that.
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| robokill
November 11, 2019
11:35:37 AM
Entry #: 4275153
| I am in favor of the pitcher making the play.
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| bugatti
November 11, 2019
4:20:00 PM
Entry #: 4275157
| If the batter hits the net with a hit, that hit is considered a DEAD BALL ?
A re-pitch ?
There is no limit to this, hence the pitcher will be jumping behind the net all day.
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| Rev Hero
November 11, 2019
9:22:17 PM
Entry #: 4275161
| If the ball hits the pitcher, then the batter is out. That was easy.
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| Blumpkin
November 11, 2019
10:14:25 PM
Entry #: 4275162
| Me likely that one.
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| Dublinxx
November 12, 2019
11:52:09 AM
Entry #: 4275166
| do the guys on the mound need to wear a glove
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| JAG 28
November 12, 2019
12:08:42 PM
Entry #: 4275168
| Masters should certainly have net. Any net contact a strike even 3rd strike.
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| RRForever
November 12, 2019
4:40:19 PM
Entry #: 4275175
| I disagree with nets. What happens when a throw comes in from the outfield and hits the net?
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| HR Leader
November 13, 2019
10:58:08 AM
Entry #: 4275186
| Everyone loves to hit bombs, but shout out to the guys who can but still choose to punch the ball through the hole and find a gap! They don’t need to hit the ball close to the pitcher.
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| MBA98
November 14, 2019
7:42:45 AM
Entry #: 4275195
| There’s no shame in trying something, deciding it’s not for you and cutting your losses. Frankly, there’s also no shame in trying something, giving it your very best shot and failing. The key is to take the lesson and move on with a minimum of self-flagellation.
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| Knight
November 16, 2019
12:10:14 AM
Entry #: 4276239
| It was wonderful chatting with other players. To learn more about the future of the league was awesome. This was a great opportunity to discuss different ideas in alleviating barriers to animosity between teams. Looking forward to future.
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| Woodsucks
November 17, 2019
3:44:00 PM
Entry #: 4276249
| The more you look for something not with you, the more you find something wrong with what you have. Do not hit the ball back to the pitcher.
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| Birkey
November 18, 2019
6:12:17 AM
Entry #: 4276256
| Good things come to those who believe, better things come to those who are patient, and the best things come to those who don't give up.
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| Mr. October
November 19, 2019
4:51:33 PM
Entry #: 4276290
| Hit the pitcher square on. You are OUT!
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| Bigelow
November 20, 2019
7:40:10 AM
Entry #: 4276297
| I could listen to the sound of a bat and ball making hard contact all day! That sounds is such a great feeling, especially when you are the one controlling the bat! The reverse is not true, the sound of a pitcher being hit is the scariest thing in this sport.
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| RRForever
November 20, 2019
1:13:09 PM
Entry #: 4276303
| Can everyone control the bat?
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| MI5
November 21, 2019
4:51:12 PM
Entry #: 4276322
| Staring at the screen for almost ten minutes, intending to write on this subject, unsure of how to do it. Every criticism seems obvious, exhausted, pointless. The move maybe is to find positives. Just thought of the poor pitchers. If they get hit then the batter should be out.
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| Bud Wiser
November 23, 2019
11:43:49 AM
Entry #: 4276360
| Hit pitcher = U R OUT.
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| Local 1134
November 24, 2019
12:43:21 PM
Entry #: 4276371
| Any ball hit close to the pitcher should be recorded an a out.
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| Pur for hand
November 26, 2019
10:50:50 AM
Entry #: 4276391
| Just a bit of backstory here, this past year I was playing a double-header in my co-ed slopitch league. Early in game 2 one of my teammates hit the ball and it came a little too close to the pitcher for his liking. It didn't hit him. He chirped at our batter, and our batter apologized and slowed down running on the way to first, practically gave the other team the out. Pitcher kept chirping but it ended there.
A few innings later I was up to bat, and I hit a hard liner right back at the pitcher (unintentionally). It hits his leg and he throws a little temper tantrum while I'm on my way to first instead of playing the ball. Our runner going to second is confused and thinks the play is dead. His teammate throws to second and gets the call, another free out.
The pitcher is fuming and throwing a tantrum, so when the play is actually dead I walk over to him with my hand out and attempt to tell him it wasn't intentional and I'm trying to offer a handshake and an apology. He swats my hand away and continues his tantrum that we're trying to hit him on purpose and we're a bunch of assholes and he's going to get hurt because of us. This escalates into a shouting match between me and him because I'm not trying to hurt anyone. His team is silent and says nothing, same with the umpire. My team pulls me away and the game goes on.
A few innings later I'm up to bat again and I hit a solid line drive to center field, with the ball going a good 8-10 feet over the pitchers head. He shoots me a dirty look and as I'm rounding first his first baseman says to me "See that's exactly what he's talking about you know."
I'm just done at that point, they're trying to tell me I can't hit it to center anymore. Usually when someone hits a comebacker you just say "Sorry pitch" and move on, but these guys are trying to tell me where I can and can't hit the ball.
I'm not trying to hurt anyone. Is this a thing people run into often? Am I wrong here?
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| CC & Coke
November 28, 2019
7:40:53 AM
Entry #: 4277426
| Interesting dynamics in a co-ed team team that does not exist in a mature men’s league.
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| Eau55
November 30, 2019
8:29:43 AM
Entry #: 4278477
| There's a little thing on your shoulder called intuition and it whispers in your ear.Hit the ball hard. Everyone has that, there is a voice telling you to do something. Most people ignore it - but you must listen to it. I do it every at bat struggle, to ensure that you don’t hit it at the pitcher.
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| Betheball
December 1, 2019
9:28:16 PM
Entry #: 4278491
| I agree that it is a good idea to help protect the pitchers, especially with the bats that are being used these days. Any ball that is driven back to the pitcher should be an OUT.
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| robokill
December 2, 2019
5:13:06 PM
Entry #: 4278498
| In response to the post a few up bu Pur-
That pitcher should not be pitching. If he goes crazy after one hit up the middle, he needs to be play somewhere else. I recently started pitching, and when a hitter hits one right back at me they're usually quick to apologize and I have no issues what so ever. If there starts to be more and more hits at me, then I'd get annoyed.
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| RRForever
December 3, 2019
12:48:00 PM
Entry #: 4278511
| Some young punks display bravado when the ball goes close to the pitcher, get over yourself already.
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| TreeFort .
December 3, 2019
5:31:46 PM
Entry #: 4278516
| Young punks made me laugh, maybe it’s time to retire boomer.
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| Redkel1
December 4, 2019
10:55:31 AM
Entry #: 4278531
| Four Biggest lies from a guy's mouth after going up the middle:
1.) I'm not that type of guy.
2.) I won't hurt you.
3.) I'm sorry.
4.) It will never happen again.
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| Madi
December 4, 2019
7:40:59 PM
Entry #: 4278540
| Every person who has participated in slowpitch at any level, has experienced some level of intimidation by a big hitter that says “ the box is open”.
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| JAG 28
December 5, 2019
5:02:39 PM
Entry #: 4278556
| Madi, I think the "level of ball" you are referring to is the "numb skull level".
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| Madi
December 5, 2019
9:45:41 PM
Entry #: 4278560
| That is accurate.
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| RRForever
December 7, 2019
11:47:50 AM
Entry #: 4278603
| Hey Tree,
The leading cause of injury in younger men is them believing that they are older experienced men...
Does the tree have anything to do with a certain part of your body?
Bommer hanging up now...
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| TreeFort .
December 7, 2019
4:07:36 PM
Entry #: 4278606
| Standard boomer reply.
At least I don’t ask other men about their junk.
I don’t swing that way grandpa.
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| Spanky
December 9, 2019
5:21:01 PM
Entry #: 4278623
| I find if there is a HR rule then you'll get alot of balls up the middle, i was pitchin a game lasty summer, the team had their 2 up hr's and i counted 12 balls hit back at me after that. It wasn't fun let me tell ya!!!
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| HR Leader
December 10, 2019
2:28:52 PM
Entry #: 4278634
| Obviously if its intentional then the pitcher may loose his SHIT... that's not cool but sometimes the ball just comes off the bat wrong..... its happen to me a few times.......... I never shoot the middle but it has happen accidentally..
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| Guy Smiley
December 12, 2019
10:36:46 AM
Entry #: 4278655
| I’m going to say it because I have to say it. I’m not an alarmist. I am a realist. Has anyone gone up the middle purposely?
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| sportsfan
December 12, 2019
8:46:45 PM
Entry #: 4278667
| Screw it .. i shoot the middle. Do i try to hurt anyone ? NO ! Is there a huge hole in the infield ? YES! Is there at least 10 other guys on my team that can tear the cover off the ball and land it 300+ ft away? YES !! 5ft over the pitchers head or side to side is perfectly fine.
Everyone complains about shooting the middle when the ball makes it through or the runner gets on. Nobody says a damn word when the guy tries and the pitcher makes a play and snags the ball or makes the stop. Nobody *****es then. Then the batter is only an idiot because he " TRIED " to shoot it and got robbed !!
The majority of us have to go to work on the next day and we never want to see someone get hurt. NEVER !!!!! But in reality" we play to win the the game" ... and the highest percentage to get a base hit ... is to hit the ball in the biggest hole. Damn im glad i don't pitch ... I have total respect pitchers
Just my 2 pennies ... BASH AWAY !!!
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| Kygell
December 13, 2019
4:36:59 PM
Entry #: 4278683
| I think anything is fair game.
I pitch and have pitched for a few years now competitively. As a pitcher u just have to be aware. You can't admire pitches which is what a lot of pitchers do. Back up and be ready.
If u have to change the way u hit best, and you are a top level player, that just doesn't make sense.
Oh and by the way I pull the ball for line-drive/power so I'm not defending myself.
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| Blumpkin
December 15, 2019
3:16:13 PM
Entry #: 4278741
| DICIPLINE is just choosing between what you want NOW and want you want MOST. No one should aim at the pitcher.
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| Birkey
December 17, 2019
6:11:09 AM
Entry #: 4278751
| Peace and Love to all.
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| Redkel1
December 17, 2019
4:28:40 PM
Entry #: 4278760
| hopefully all the pitchers have a safe year
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| Eau55
December 18, 2019
5:23:46 PM
Entry #: 4278784
| Peace
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| uarms
December 22, 2019
8:29:25 AM
Entry #: 4279835
| Losing
Failure
0-fers
Attendance issues
Batting low in lineup
These things shouldn’t make you wanna quit... They should be encouragement to challenge your work ethic and fuel your fire to go get it and fight harder!!!
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| Local 1134
December 29, 2019
8:30:35 PM
Entry #: 4280879
| the pitcher is just another player on d
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| robokill
December 31, 2019
3:01:29 PM
Entry #: 4280889
| Protect the pitchers, or use machines. Happy New Year.
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| Kygell
February 27, 2020
3:17:59 PM
Entry #: 4285831
| Any news on protecting the pitchers this year
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| Blumpkin
March 5, 2020
6:10:44 PM
Entry #: 4287918
| The pitchers should be protected and I am here to save you from the corona virus, it can be spread through money. If you have any money at home, put on some gloves, put all the money in to a plastic bag and put it outside the front door tonight. I'm collecting all the plastic bags tonight for safety. Think of your health.
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| JAG 28
March 6, 2020
6:54:43 PM
Entry #: 4287934
| Blumpy, I use a little plastic bag for deposits from my dog. Do you want those.
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| Blumpkin
March 15, 2020
7:44:42 AM
Entry #: 4289029
| Nice one JAG.
Since I was totally boarded last night, I created a list of what the woman in my life want from me.
1. A Baby
2. Sex
3. A Second Chance
4. A Kiss
5. Friendship
6. To Chill
7. To Cuddle
8. Long-Term Relationship
9. A Good Laugh
10. An Apology
11. A Hug
12. Be My one night stand
13. Be My Sex Buddy
14. Be mine
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| Kygell
March 16, 2020
6:02:04 PM
Entry #: 4289048
| When I get worried about corona I think about the fact that I don’t play on certain teams and then I feels a whole lot better.
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| Local 1134
March 17, 2020
1:17:38 PM
Entry #: 4289056
| if the corona virus postpones the start of slo pitch season i’ma riot
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| Eau55
March 18, 2020
6:26:10 AM
Entry #: 4289061
| Imagine a month ago someone telling you that soon we’d all be quarantined in our homes due to a world-wide pandemic outbreak, all sports leagues would be shut down, and Tom Brady would be a freaking Tampa Bay Buccaneer.
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| Redkel1
March 18, 2020
11:24:18 AM
Entry #: 4289063
| Needed a walk this morning. Talked to one of my neighbors down our road. It’s interesting what happens when we are all faced with the same circumstances. There’s still good going on. Little and big things.
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| Purelife
March 20, 2020
12:46:25 PM
Entry #: 4289075
| I interrupt your COVID-19 feed to say we will all survive. By far one of the most creative thing we have done as a family is spend more time together.
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| Wahl
March 21, 2020
11:22:46 AM
Entry #: 4289085
| It's a Saturday morning Social Distancing Lesson courtesy of reality. Stay home and have a great weekend.
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| MI5
March 23, 2020
10:27:53 AM
Entry #: 4289095
| Wash your hands.
Use hand sanitizer.
And practice social distancing.
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| bugatti
May 14, 2020
11:45:04 AM
Entry #: 4290328
| are we doing anything to protect the pitchers this year
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| Rev Hero
May 19, 2020
1:11:21 AM
Entry #: 4290352
| If the ball hits the pitcher, then the batter is out. That was easy.
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| Betheball
May 20, 2020
11:21:03 AM
Entry #: 4290364
| I totally agree that it is a good idea to help protect the pitchers, especially with the bats that are being used these days. Any ball that is driven back to the pitcher should be an OUT.
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| Kygell
May 25, 2020
1:29:54 PM
Entry #: 4290413
| If we play this year.... I like this rule change.
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| Knight
May 31, 2020
6:24:23 AM
Entry #: 4291462
| Something has to be done to stop the head hunting by a few insecure people.
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| Blumpkin
June 3, 2020
6:04:51 PM
Entry #: 4292492
| DISCIPLINE is just choosing between what you want NOW and want you want MOST. No one should aim at the pitcher.
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| Canthit10
June 8, 2020
4:34:26 PM
Entry #: 4292533
| DISCIPLINE is when you DON'T aim at the pitcher.
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| une fois
December 5, 2022
12:23:18 PM
Entry #: 4350694
| I find it comical that nobody ever addresses the fact that pitchers need to wear catcher's gear, basically, to be safe out there.
Then they're asking whether the bats are good enough. I also hate when non-pitchers complain about the balls because it's not an automatic HR every swing.
Bat technology is akin to analytics in sports. it's making the game not as enjoyable with the yellow balls.
You can usually tell what pitch will be coming back atcha.
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| Hellenistic
December 7, 2022
10:49:55 PM
Entry #: 4350714
| If you hit the pitcher = U R OUT.
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| JAG 28
December 8, 2022
2:53:36 PM
Entry #: 4350716
| Screens in front of the pitchers will become mandatory within the next 2 years for any SPN or SPO sponsored leagues over 50 years of age.
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| MBA89
December 9, 2022
9:00:04 PM
Entry #: 4350748
| It's the most wonderful time of the year! Enjoy and worry about next year when 2023 arrives.
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| CC & Coke
December 12, 2022
2:33:13 PM
Entry #: 4350757
| It’s may sound dumb but this thought goes through my head at every game, should it be a out if you hit the pitcher?
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| Kygell
January 10, 2023
8:32:19 AM
Entry #: 4350967
| Any news on protecting the pitchers this year??
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| Redkel1
January 16, 2023
12:26:07 PM
Entry #: 4351031
| If the ball hits the pitcher = you are out
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| Guy Smiley
January 17, 2023
3:09:44 PM
Entry #: 4351038
| Does anyone go up the middle purposely? I think the answer would be NO.
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| Local 1134
January 19, 2023
2:30:53 PM
Entry #: 4351046
| 99.9% of these guy would not want to hurt anyone
we don’t need the screen
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| Fureza
January 23, 2023
6:39:28 PM
Entry #: 4351088
| NO NETS ARE REQUIRED.
I like the hit the pitcher and you are out option.
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| Hellenistic
January 25, 2023
11:03:51 AM
Entry #: 4351105
| If you hit the pitcher with a batted ball, you are out.
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| JAG 28
January 26, 2023
5:06:30 PM
Entry #: 4351117
| Pitcher hit by a batted ball. I can see it now: pitchers sticking out their arms, legs, tick off gloves, how about line drives back at the pitcher that they drop = OUT.
You think you've seen arguments over calls on the bases - you ain't seen nothin yet.
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| Bigelow
January 27, 2023
12:39:01 PM
Entry #: 4351127
| With this new suggested rule, it might lead to a few minor arguments. The safety of our pitchers should be our only concern.
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| Dublinxx
January 30, 2023
12:30:33 AM
Entry #: 4351177
| Equity is all fine and dandy until you don't get yours. Let the pitcher pitch and protect.
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| Canthit10
January 31, 2023
10:49:54 AM
Entry #: 4351195
| Simple.................don't hit the ball at the pitcher.
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| Local 1134
February 2, 2023
1:55:49 PM
Entry #: 4351211
| the pitcher wears a glove
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| bugatti
February 4, 2023
8:26:37 AM
Entry #: 4351250
| We need to protect our pitchers.
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| JAG 28
February 7, 2023
3:44:45 PM
Entry #: 4351265
| You can’t say don’t hit it back at the pitcher – and expect that to protect the pitcher - it won’t work.
You need something concrete for protection therefore a screen.
First base has the double bag to protect the first baseman.
Home plate has the score line to protect the catcher from getting wiped out.
A pitchers needs a screen.
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| Jay hoy
February 13, 2023
1:02:02 AM
Entry #: 4351299
| I know, I get it. I’m old with this take but I don’t get it. What’s the point of putting up a screen? The pitcher wears a glove.
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| Dublinxx
February 15, 2023
9:03:06 PM
Entry #: 4351321
| They wear gloves, they can make plays.
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| JAG 28
February 16, 2023
1:29:39 PM
Entry #: 4351325
| Obviously, a lot of comments from guys who have never pitched.
Reality is that a 200 lb. goon is hitting a ball back at you (50 – 55 ft) at 100 kph. Bad bounces off the ground, short hops off the shins, balls hit so hard they dip just beneath the glove, line drives back at the head (even with masks). It all adds up to a dangerous position as a pitcher.
I assume the nay sayers don’t wear seat belts, wear running shoes in the outfield, slide into home, don’t step on the white bag at first, and don’t believe in the jab.
Pitchers need a screen.
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| Nano
February 16, 2023
6:25:01 PM
Entry #: 4351329
| When you're triggered over a ball hit close to the pitcher, it's not really about the pitchers.
It's about:
Reacting not just to the location of the ball, but *also* to the meaning or narrative we subconsciously create.
You might be reading this and thinking, why does my brain create so many negatives stories about my life experience?
The answer is: The brain sees uncertainty as a danger or a threat. So a "negative" story feels more safe to the brain. So people freak out for no reason.
Most pitchers/hitters handle it mutual respect.
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| MBA98
February 17, 2023
8:19:56 PM
Entry #: 4351351
| During a game all players might be going through something they don't talk about. So treat everyone as if their heart is still healing. Kindness and empathy changes the world!
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| JAG 28
February 18, 2023
4:14:19 PM
Entry #: 4351353
| Geez Nano, I didn't think slopitch was that deep.
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| Nano
February 19, 2023
11:31:53 PM
Entry #: 4351359
| Two things you will never have to chase true friends and true love.
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| Woodsucks
February 21, 2023
9:00:03 AM
Entry #: 4351367
| You’re only allowed to hit two foul balls once you have two strikes on you. Third foul ball counts as a strikeout. Old underhand slo pitch softball rule.
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| Canthit10
February 23, 2023
1:42:38 PM
Entry #: 4351381
| I honestly cringe when I see the ball hit back hard to the pitcher. I think an out for hitting the pitcher is fair.
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| bugatti
February 25, 2023
5:22:19 PM
Entry #: 4351400
| Don’t like any net suggestion, love the out for hitting a pitcher.
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| JAG 28
February 26, 2023
1:00:58 PM
Entry #: 4351406
| French luxury car: line drive hit back at pitcher - it takes one hop,
- pitcher reaches out with glove (doesn't have time to move his feet) - ball hits off his arm.
IS THAT A HIT THE PITCHER = OUT???? (I'm guessing this happens once a game).
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| Redkel1
February 27, 2023
12:41:44 PM
Entry #: 4351414
| the simple solution to your proposed problem JAG
if the ball bounces hits the pitcher directly then that is deemed a OUT
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| JAG 28
February 27, 2023
4:15:06 PM
Entry #: 4351423
| Redk: but the pitcher reached out with his glove hand and the ball hit his arm. To me, that's a player trying to make a defensive play and just because the defender was hit shouldn't mean an out. To me it's a single.
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| Mr. October
March 1, 2023
12:48:40 AM
Entry #: 4351438
| Hit the pitcher square on. You are OUT!
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| silverfox
March 3, 2023
6:34:45 AM
Entry #: 4351458
| Proceed with this new rule.
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| Anchor
March 5, 2023
11:24:17 AM
Entry #: 4351486
| The ball hits the pitcher and equals out. This rule will make the hitters better.
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| Ethos71
March 7, 2023
7:47:26 AM
Entry #: 4351509
| So, when you are batting and hit the pitcher, instead of apologizing and pointing the blame on them. You can pause & look into your own limiting thoughts & beliefs. And recognize what their behavior is reflecting back to you & your own state of being. Try to keep the ball out of the middle.
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| Poly-Brady
March 10, 2023
6:05:00 PM
Entry #: 4351556
| Protect all players especially the pitcher.
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| robokill
March 12, 2023
10:20:33 PM
Entry #: 4351568
| I am in favour of the pitcher making the play.
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| Gidgreen$$
March 14, 2023
4:06:31 PM
Entry #: 4351579
| Seeing this discussion move to protecting the pitcher made me roll my eyes, as I have been engaged in many debates with teammates and fellow players on this subject. I acknowledge that one really try’s to hurt the pitcher, if they do they should be removed from the league. It is a simple “out” if you hit the pitcher.
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| Yaya
March 15, 2023
11:06:33 PM
Entry #: 4351590
| Pitcher hit....................Hitter out
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| Idle:lim
March 17, 2023
11:25:35 AM
Entry #: 4351603
| No brainer, don’t hit the ball at the pitcher.
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| bugatti
March 19, 2023
5:49:58 PM
Entry #: 4351615
| What happens if the pitcher is hit by accident?
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| Mike&Mike
March 20, 2023
6:12:44 PM
Entry #: 4351626
| Seriously, who determines an "accident"? Give your head a shake buddy.
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| Kygell
March 21, 2023
9:08:41 PM
Entry #: 4351634
| I am a pitcher, not scared of getting hit. Why do people have issues with shooting the box. If you are that good…. Hit it over the flipping fence or pull it down the line.
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| Guy Smiley
March 23, 2023
6:30:18 PM
Entry #: 4351659
| I’m going to say it because I have to say it. I’m not an alarmist. I am a realist. Has anyone gone up the middle purposely?
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| Sultan of the swing
March 25, 2023
12:12:56 PM
Entry #: 4351674
| We don't have clowns in this league. So my answer to your question above is a hard NO.
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| Woodsucks
March 28, 2023
8:30:09 AM
Entry #: 4351708
| Look for something positive in each and every at bat, even if some hits you have to look a little harder. Try to keep the ball
from going up the middle. We need pitchers.
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| Local 1134
March 29, 2023
1:13:45 PM
Entry #: 4351728
| lets not use those stupid nets. a total waste of time
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| Mr. October
March 31, 2023
3:31:43 PM
Entry #: 4351752
| Hit the pitcher, and grab a piece of the bench.......you are out.
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| JAG 28
April 1, 2023
7:20:10 PM
Entry #: 4351767
| You can't use the "nets" most guys wouldn't know how to put them together and would try to put them in the "bases" box without takng them apart.
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| Azzuri
April 2, 2023
11:20:49 AM
Entry #: 4351772
| famous quotes from jag................
Age is just a number.
As with wine, life gets better with age.
Growing old is inevitable, but growing up is optional.
I've got 99 problems, but age ain't one.
Not just a year older — a year better!
Old enough to retire young enough to enjoy it.
One gets more from years of experience than books.
he still cant hit the ball past the pitcher...........
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| JAG 28
April 2, 2023
4:30:47 PM
Entry #: 4351774
| Dear Assuare: at least I can still hit it ..... unlike you
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| bugatti
April 3, 2023
6:28:44 PM
Entry #: 4351785
| Lets do not get personal old fella. This is about protecting the pitchers. Hit them and you are simply out.
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| Azzuri
April 6, 2023
10:05:52 AM
Entry #: 4351817
| Jag is a decent fella and a great ball player.
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| Cashman
April 8, 2023
12:47:45 AM
Entry #: 4351844
| Hitting with a chopping motion is the secret to hitting a slow pitch softball. More specifically, hitting involves these 5 strategies:
Have a solid and balanced batting stance
Transfer your weight from the back hip to your front hip
Throw your hands at the ball and lead with the knob of the bat
Chop down on the ball and “cut” it to create more backspin
Hit the ball out in front of the plate – don’t let it get too deep in the strike zone
Don’t hit to ball at the pitcher!
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| JAG 28
April 9, 2023
1:13:32 PM
Entry #: 4351854
| Cashman, well said. I agree with all your comments.
May I add: snap your wrists at contact like throwing a frizbee with your front hand .
And before pitch position your bat for maximum extent. I prefer front shoulder under chin, with front arm extended back (near chest) or back and up.
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| une fois
April 10, 2023
10:43:24 PM
Entry #: 4351868
| always take the first pitch
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| Purelife
April 14, 2023
8:32:44 AM
Entry #: 4351913
| The game itself will scream at you what you need to work on…
And when it does, you have to work to enhance your weaknesses.
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| Nano
April 19, 2023
11:02:16 PM
Entry #: 4351989
| Train your mind to see the good in every situation.
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| 360oBB
April 22, 2023
12:26:52 PM
Entry #: 4352009
|
Every year this topic comes up – the never-ending story (of death and taxes). There are pros and cons of a penalty for hitting the pitcher depending on where you stand (literally and figuratively). What is the real problem that needs to be solved, or is this a solution looking for a problem?
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| JAG 28
April 22, 2023
2:35:53 PM
Entry #: 4352010
| 360: the problem is an individual (pitcher) in a vulnerable position (you're obviously not a pitcher).
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| Rev Hero
April 23, 2023
6:08:43 PM
Entry #: 4352028
| Hir pitchers equal an out. Fingers crossed it passes... thanks for the clarification.
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| Mike&Mike
April 24, 2023
11:58:33 PM
Entry #: 4352049
| How many times have I heard this, "Softball is a hitter's game. But don't missiles up the middle, why, does the pitcher not have a glove?
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| JAG 28
April 25, 2023
2:31:36 PM
Entry #: 4352063
| M&M, there are less guys volunteering to be sitting ducks (pitchers).
Pitchers are 50' away from batter 1st and 3rd basemen are 65' or 70' when they back up.
New tech for bats makes them more lethal than ever.
300 lbs. goons hitting the ball.
And, old timers reflexes can slow.
BUT they do have gloves.
P.S. you won't have to worry about it, SPN and SPO will insist on screens - insurance reasons. Starting with +50 year olds.
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| Ouptire
April 30, 2023
7:25:29 PM
Entry #: 4352138
| Any new rules on this topic?
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| Nights//Way
May 2, 2023
3:51:52 AM
Entry #: 4352165
| Took last the year off fastball... maybe forever?! Super tough decision but my last season seemed more stressful than fun. Joined this slopitch team and was shocked at how many balls get hit back at the pitcher. We need to change this.
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| Bessy20
June 21, 2023
12:53:56 PM
Entry #: 4352728
| As a pitcher in the open division here is my two cents, I have pitched at very high levels so hitting middle is simple concept to me. If your pitcher can not field his position it’s an easy base Hit. Before everyone goes off the handle, town leagues are a lot different than tournament ball. Look at the division you play in and that should determine the rules about hitting middle. I play in the open for Gregory and if I know you are a pull hitter I will purposely pitch you low and away with two strikes in the hopes you hit it back at me. I can field my position and set myself after I deliver a pitch to protect myself. I want you to hit it at me because it’s the fastest way to turn a double play. It actually bothers me when someone hits middle and apologizes. If I miss the ball or wear one it’s my fault for not setting myself in a good fielding position. If getting balls hit at you in the open division offends you don’t pitch or play at a level you feel safer pitching. I am all for protecting pitchers in less competitive divisions however bat control is always the question at hand. We have all smashed one by a pitcher with the intent of trying to go oppo it’s not the intent but it does happen.
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| Blumpkin
June 23, 2023
3:53:49 PM
Entry #: 4352739
| DISCIPLINE is just choosing between what you want NOW and want you want MOST. No one should aim at the pitcher.
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| Redkel1
June 24, 2023
2:52:03 PM
Entry #: 4352743
| Ball Hockey shin pads would definitely work.
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| Kygell
June 26, 2023
1:12:38 PM
Entry #: 4352755
| Ensuring the safety of the pitchers is crucial for all of us.
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| Mr. October
June 28, 2023
3:06:48 PM
Entry #: 4352783
| Hit the pitcher, and grab a piece of the bench.......you are out.
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| Birkey
July 6, 2023
8:29:17 AM
Entry #: 4352837
| Thanks for your 2 cents Bessy20. Most guys are ignoring to the facts of pitching. Your post was insightful for many that are naïve to the art of pitching/hitting.
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