In the second inning of Tuesday’s game against the San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants center fielder Steven Duggar stole second base. In the sixth inning, shortstop Maurico Dubón bunted up the third base line for a single. On paper these are both nondescript plays, and depending on the situation, possibly considered “smart” or necessary or of a high-IQ.
A bunt single is not always just a bunt; a stolen base not just a stolen base. Context is everything and on Tuesday, Duggar stole second with a 9 run lead. Dubón bunted for a single with the lead undiminished.