The “Player Rep All-World Name” (PRAWN) rule was brought into effect some 20 years ago. The rule has been modified many times, but the objective is to limit the number of “all-stars” per team and thereby foster parity in men’s fastpitch. It’s clearly not working! The top ranked New York Gremlins had a runs for … Read more
Finally we have an answer! A frame-by-frame breakdown that illustrates Marco Diaz’s 79 mph riseball definitely elevates as it passes through the hitting zone.
I’m pretty damn sure Bionoi would have at least drawn a walk, had he not been bunting! But let’s forget this example for a second – this kid is one of the best young players in the game. They were leading 5-1 at the time, and with so much speed in play, the strategy may … Read more