fathom Posted September 24, 2004 Share Posted September 24, 2004 I would love to know an approximate percentage of what type of success the White Sox had in innings that they attempted to bunt a runner over? I've always believed that on a team with power hitters that aren't very good situational hitters, you're better off saving as many outs as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YASNY Posted September 24, 2004 Share Posted September 24, 2004 I would love to know an approximate percentage of what type of success the White Sox had in innings that they attempted to bunt a runner over? I've always believed that on a team with power hitters that aren't very good situational hitters, you're better off saving as many outs as possible. In general, I think the sac bunt is a bad play. There are certain situations where it makes sense, but in the AL those situations a few and far between. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fathom Posted September 24, 2004 Author Share Posted September 24, 2004 A lot of times, when you play for one run, that is all you get. Playing in a hitters park at the Cell, and with our pitchers not exactly being dominant, rarely will one run when you the game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Critic Posted September 24, 2004 Share Posted September 24, 2004 In general, I think the sac bunt is a bad play. There are certain situations where it makes sense, but in the AL those situations a few and far between. True, but last night was one of those rare situations, and Burke failed miserably. Bunted it to maybe the worst possible spot, the first baseman ( the pitcher maybe being the other ). But of course, the 3-run homer SAVES THE DAY AGAIN! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YASNY Posted September 24, 2004 Share Posted September 24, 2004 True, but last night was one of those rare situations, and Burke failed miserably. Bunted it to maybe the worst possible spot, the first baseman ( the pitcher maybe being the other ). But of course, the 3-run homer SAVES THE DAY AGAIN! That's part of the problem. The play wasn't executed and an out was wasted. Even if the play does work, you are giving up an out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Critic Posted September 24, 2004 Share Posted September 24, 2004 That's part of the problem. The play wasn't executed and an out was wasted. Even if the play does work, you are giving up an out. Also true, BUT if done properly, that out puts you in the position of only needing a single to tie the game, rather than an extra base hit. If the Sox had more players who knew how and/or were willing to shorten their stroke and go for what the situation calls for, a bunt is a solid strategic play. If you have all-or-nothing free-swinging, long-loopy-swingers, a bunt might not be best for them, even though it would be the best play to make. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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