Pitch calling is generally an art as much as it is a science. There isn’t always a right pitch or a wrong pitch to call for — though as we have seen this week, when a 3-run homer will break your back, a 3-1 fastball down the middle is generally the wrong call. Who knew?
But here are some “primers” the A’s would be wise to follow in their quest to get the most out of what their pitchers have to offer…
Location
Although 17 inches might not seem like a lot (save your TWSS jokes for another time, please), it is more then most hitters can cover against a big league pitcher.