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Buried in some of the twitter comments was this gem. How can Castellini wonder why fans are pissed?
Some more interesting stats.
The average MLB position player (non pitcher) height peaked in 2016 at 6' 1.0" (weighted average based on games started). It dropped slightly to 6' 0.9" in 2019 and 2020 (could not find 2021 stat).
Believe it or not, in 1960 the average MLB player height (all positions) was 6' 0.6" Today, if you include pitchers it's apparently ~ 6' 1.5" So in 60 years the average height has only increased about one inch. (In the 1870s, average MLB height was 5' 8.9"
And to go even deeper into the weeds, since the 1960s the difference between average MLB height and average American male height has consistently been 5.1-5.9%.
That's really interesting. I guess my take was skewed by the Cardinals. They always seem to have a ton of tall players (pitchers)Some more interesting stats.
The average MLB position player (non pitcher) height peaked in 2016 at 6' 1.0" (weighted average based on games started). It dropped slightly to 6' 0.9" in 2019 and 2020 (could not find 2021 stat).
Believe it or not, in 1960 the average MLB player height (all positions) was 6' 0.6" Today, if you include pitchers it's apparently ~ 6' 1.5" So in 60 years the average height has only increased about one inch. (In the 1870s, average MLB height was 5' 8.9"
And to go even deeper into the weeds, since the 1960s the difference between average MLB height and average American male height has consistently been 5.1-5.9%.
A normal sized person can play. A few small guys play football , in NBA 6-0 is about the bottom of any hope to play and you have to be really good, not saying major leaguers arent. Even pitchers have hope Pedro Martinez was 5-9 and one of the best everSome more interesting stats.
The average MLB position player (non pitcher) height peaked in 2016 at 6' 1.0" (weighted average based on games started). It dropped slightly to 6' 0.9" in 2019 and 2020 (could not find 2021 stat).
Believe it or not, in 1960 the average MLB player height (all positions) was 6' 0.6" Today, if you include pitchers it's apparently ~ 6' 1.5" So in 60 years the average height has only increased about one inch. (In the 1870s, average MLB height was 5' 8.9"
And to go even deeper into the weeds, since the 1960s the difference between average MLB height and average American male height has consistently been 5.1-5.9%.
My poster child for the Cards will always be Willie McGee picking his nose.That's really interesting. I guess my take was skewed by the Cardinals. They always seem to have a ton of tall players (pitchers)
Ha. Ran like he was going to fall down forwards. Whitey ball
I could never figure out how he did that, that was my next thought about him and that huge dbl flap helmet.
The 70s for Reds and Hoosiers. One of the 3 best MLB teams of all time and the best men's basketball team.
You Reds fans want Rose in the Hof right? I do
That's where you draw the line? It's not even clear if corking would have given him an advantage (see link below). Also, isn't the rumor/claim only that he used one his last season (or so)?
The Misleading Myth Of The Corked Bat
The belief that a baseball can be hit further with a corked bat is wrong. But these illegal bats may still give an unfair advantage.
Yes, but from that article:That's where you draw the line? It's not even clear if corking would have given him an advantage (see link below). Also, isn't the rumor/claim only that he used one his last season (or so)?
The Misleading Myth Of The Corked Bat
The belief that a baseball can be hit further with a corked bat is wrong. But these illegal bats may still give an unfair advantage.www.technologyreview.com
However, there is a caveat. Being able to swing the bat faster allows the hitter to delay the swing for a crucial extra fraction of a second. And this may allow more accurate hits. “So, while corking may not allow a batter to hit the ball farther, it may well allow a batter to hit the ball solidly more often,” say Nathan and co.
I haven't researched the argument made against Rose, hence why I did an if. I know the Expo person was making the claim. But it raises a concern that maybe it happened more.
For me the gambling is not worth keeping him out. But it is enough to say he is on double secret probation. So the corking becomes more than it would be.
Third time’s a charm for Phil (well, not deep down of course):
And Castellanos speaks the truth:
Clearly the 3rd time is what he really meant. Sadly he suspects we are dumb enough to believe that is true.
I would never have imagined, in a million years, that the Reds would change places with the Bengals, with Bob Castellini sinking below Mike Brown. Free agents now want to play for the Bengals. Katy wants to build an indoor practice facility. Coach Taylor delivers game balls to bars.
Castellini gets rid of Tucker Barnhart, Wade Miley, Winker, Suarez, Sonny Gray and Castellanos.
The Bengals bring in a slew of new offensive lineman, recognizing you have to spend money to protect Joe The Franchise. Meanwhile, Joey Votto plays with a AAA squad.
SELL THE TEAM, Bob!
As usual (but not always), Paul Daugherty gets it right. And since the article is paywalled, the gist of it is that the Castellinis may own the Reds, but the Reds do not belong to them. The team isn't going anywhere, and it's not the fans who should be grateful - ownership should be.
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Not Reds related, but this batter for the Braves CLEARLY played a lot of soccer.
That is epic. Baseball needs more of things like this. More of guys playing the game like they did when they did in Little League. Just once, I would love to see a pitcher walk over to batter he just plunked and say "sorry, that one got away from me." If you throw your glove or break your bat in the dugout, you gotta run laps as soon as the game is over. And, all of the players sit behind home plate after the game and eat apple slices Joey Votto's mom brought to the game. OK, fine, maybe not that one. But play the game like it's a game. Try like hell to win, but remember that it's still a game.
We need more of this:
I am shocked players would do that, it could be a distraction. But it is a lot of fun.
Let's be honest, pro sports are a business. It's sad that they largely stopped being fun. So we need to keep doing away with some of the rules about celebrating and let the athletes have fun.
I admit to never hearing the corked bat part. I guess in a way a certain amount of cheating has always been part of baseball? From the gambling part give him an asteric as manager then. Tough call to some but to me the thought that when he was playing Pete wasn't all out to win ? Man has flaws for certain. 2000 hits is like this magical number people talk about and Pete had 4400+? I don't know how you keep him out.That's where you draw the line? It's not even clear if corking would have given him an advantage (see link below). Also, isn't the rumor/claim only that he used one his last season (or so)?
The Misleading Myth Of The Corked Bat
The belief that a baseball can be hit further with a corked bat is wrong. But these illegal bats may still give an unfair advantage.
So, today, the Reds allowed ZERO hits against the Pirates...
and still lost.
and still lost.
So, today, the Reds allowed ZERO hits against the Pirates...
and still lost.
So, today, the Reds allowed ZERO hits against the Pirates...
and still lost.
Pretty much shows the futility of the Reds, they no-hit about the 5th worse team and lose.
We will see about Greene, I worry he will be a great 4A pitcher. He throws hard but there isn't normally the movement one wants. No hitting Pittsburgh is that 4A idea.
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