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Does this mean that the batter at the top of the order in the extra inning automatically takes second base? What if it is a power hitter who is slow on the base path, will the manager substitute a pinch runner? Will the hitter/runner on second base be credited with a double walk? Will the pitcher be charged with a double walk? Everyone knows that baseball is a game of statistics and I wonder how they will account for the changes and if they will create a new category.
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In addition to placing a runner on second to start the inning, all hitters will be allowed to use multiple bats and decide which pitches are balls and strikes.
"We are also considering moving the left field wall in and placing it about 15 feet behind third" continued Manfred.
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The quote in bold confuses me. If this were to happen why wouldn't every batter in the inning just stand there and say everything is a ball and then walk in a run to win?
Despite the confusion I just don't see something like this ever making it to the majors.
i think your sarcasm meter needs a new battery.....though i personally didnt find it all that funny , i am quite sure he was joking.....
edit to add - just noticed your location now.....exactly where in sc are you ? i officially live in columbia though i'm still staying in newberry until i can get my house repaired.....