Batting order (baseball)

Baseball is a sport of strategy, and one of the most important strategic decisions a team makes is selecting their leadoff hitter. The leadoff hitter sets the tone for the game and can have a significant impact on a team's success. In this post, we'll explore what a leadoff hitter is, how they are used strategically, and some of the best leadoff hitters in MLB history.

Intentional Walks in Youth Baseball "“Smart Coaching or Bad Sportsmanship

Should intentional walks be a part of youth baseball? The quick answer is no, however, pitchers should use their heads, when trying to win baseball games, even at the lower levels of ball. Coaches make the call as to whether a batter should be walked intentionally, but pitchers still must think and plan their way around the lineup, too.