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| July 18, 2015 wdodge22 Men's 55 152 posts | No Lead Offs I have a question.... and maybe its been asked before and answered but I have only been playing Senior Ball for 2.5 years... I know the base paths were lengthened a few years back from 65 to 70 feet.... But I have always been curious as to why there are no lead offs... It seems to me, that as we age, what hurts our legs more than anything is stopping and starting. I know that's what kills my knees.. A walking start to get to full speed running the base paths seems to me would have less wear and tear and potentially reduce injuries ( pulled hamstrings... etc ). This could be just my perception with no medical basis. Thanks |
| July 18, 2015 B.J. 1105 posts | I don't think you would really want that...then would you have stealing and pick-offs??? that is why they have courtesy runners in SSUSA |
| July 18, 2015 wdodge22 Men's 55 152 posts | Played League ball and So Cal Municipal Federation Tournaments for years with lead offs after it leaves pitchers hand... no stealing, but force play coming back if you take off on a swinging strike... Just asking... |
