Category: Baserunning

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

Pretty good execution on both sides.

Runner steals, then stops short, stays in the rundown as long as he can

SS thwarts the play by keeping his eyes on 3b runner while he chases down the guy in front of him

1st and 3rd plays are risky with 2 outs cause the runner has to score before his teammate gets tagged.

This would’ve been a run for KC if run with less than 2 outs.

This is awful rundown execution. Hamilton hasn’t committed to second. Peoria should be sprinting at the runner when he receives the ball.

Instead, Hamilton dekes, 1b gets rid of the ball, and Pedroia chucks it into the stands.

Nice work by Hamilton, who keeps his eye on second so he’s not surprised. Pretends to commit to second which draws a throw.

If you’re stuck in a rundown, force as many throws as you can. The more you force, the better chance the defense makes an error

Runner: with a aggressive jump on ball in dirt – took a highlight play to throw him out. With 2 outs, great time to get into scoring position

Catcher: knows slider will skip to his right. Glove down early, good shoulder angle kills ball right in front of him. Quick recovery

3b runner has to be sure if a throw to second base

1b runner has to sell the steal, and get the middle infielder to run at him.

3-2 count provides cover for this play

Hitters: college/pro scouts like to see power in your box score.

If you can hustle 4 singles into doubles per year, you can add 40pts to your slugging%. Hustle your way to your offer!

Ramirez’ first 3 steps out of the box make him safe at 2b