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| Nov. 23, 2017 genwa1 | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: 1 and 1 count Ok DCPete: Please give me these simple math and numbers: How many batters consume 6 pitches in an at bat in a game? How long does it take for one pitch? The product of these two components will determine how much time can be saved. I prefer to reject conventional wisdom and consensus of thought in favor of actual studies. |
| Nov. 23, 2017 genwa1 | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: 1 and 1 count Missing from this discussion is any data collection. Numerous causes for delays are outlined but there is no measurement of the impact of these causes. For example, courtesy runners are a clear delay but how much time per incident is lost and how many times per game does it happen? Before fundamentally changing the game with a 1-1 pitch count, game studies quantifying the impact of the various sources of delay are needed. This is very knowable data. Anecdotal experiences are not sound bases for such a significant change. If this proposal is to the point of a Rules Committee consideration, a more sound analysis is warranted. |
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