Ever wondered why fast players in baseball rarely tag up from first to second base on a long fly ball? Let’s find out!
Summary
- Running to second involves running towards the ball, making it riskier.
- Second base is closer, making it a shorter throw for outfielders.
- The risk of getting thrown out usually outweighs the benefit.
Insightful Comments
“Not easy to do. Easier to throw to 2nd from an OF position.”
“If you see how close most calls are at third and home, you realize why that extra distance matters.”
“The risk is just not worth it most of the time.”
“If you hold up at first, you’d barely be able to get to second.”
“Cause if you get thrown out it’s an absolute inning killer. It’s just not worth the extra bag.”
“Doesn’t succeed often enough, generally, or it’d be tried more often.”
“Most of the time they’re halfway between first and second to avoid getting in the way of the batter.”
Discover why fast players in baseball opt not to tag up from first to second base!