Perfect Rundown Execution (great look at how 1st/3rd play looks)

Awesome work by the defense.

  • Great move by pitcher after hold.
  • 1b runs with the ball in his throwing hand held up (no pumping)
  • SS runs at the runner and catches the ball at full speed (runner has no chance at this point)
  • SS tags, pops up, and immediately drives runner back to 3b.

Note: 3b runner does a terrific job of shuffling off the base to generate momentum

Note: Simmons (Rundown runner) needs to get the defense to chase him AWAY from home plate to make the tag. Give Calhoon a chance to score.

If Simmons could draw Lindor away from the diamond, the Angels get a run out of this