Do I need to play baseball to get a baseball player's butt?
349041
I guess that depends on if you can get a gay baseball player drunk,LOL
225450
As mentioned above, you can put any hitter in the Utility position. It should also be noted that some hitters can only go in the Util slot. Frank Thomas and Travis Hafner, for instance, don't play enough games in the field to qualify at any other position, so they are only eligible at Util.
329800
being a first baseman myself, my advice would be that the most important skill is to be able to catch balls in the dirt - mostly bad throws from 2B, SS, 3B. another is the stretch to catch the ball. tall isnt as important as long - being able to reach out and catch the ball the earliest possible. quickness isnt really an issue, you only need to move 15 feet MAX to either side.
1185716
Getting hit by the ball is part of the job.  I ump for young kids, 12U.  I wear steel toe shoes, shin guards, and a chest protector (sometimes).  Tell this umpire that if he can't take it, he shouldn't ump.  The league should be notified too.  Also, the league should do more to encourage and train more umpires.
868510
Baseball players to get those powerful wrists and forearms do a special exercise...I watched an interview with Roberto Clemente 40 years ago, when the reporter ask him about his incredible powerful arms, Clemente showed him how baseball players do it...You can buy an expensive set or you can make your own...\n\nOf course this was back in the old days..LOL...But, Clemente had a 12 inch section of a broom handle with a hole drilled in it, a rope about the thickness of a laundry line was run through the hole and attached to a weight...What you do is hold the broom handle in both hands, out in front of you, then just using just your hands/wrists you roll the weight up and down...Start out light even 5lbs will get you started, then as time goes by move up in weight...\n\nYou do that for a year and you're going to have forearms like a blacksmith!! I started when I was 12,  by the time I played HS ball my forearms looked like popeye. This was back in the days when ballplayers didn't lift weights...I would suggest you don't "over-do" this type of exercise...A well rounded weight lifting regimen would be more beneficial to your game...\n\nI'm not saying don't do the exercise, I'm saying don't over-do it, mix in other weight lifting...Another great exercise for ballplayers>to strengthen your throwing arm is to attach a bungy type cord to a wall at shoulder height, then while standing, take the cord in you throwing hand, face away from the wall and stretch the cord out in front of you, the cord should stretch to the length of your reach with light not great resistance, vary the motion from a punching type(slow) motion to one of a more natural throwing motion...If you want to be a really good player don't forget the legs and work-work-work on the fundamentals, and just as important do them correctly...Practice does not make perfect, perfect practice makes perfect..Good Luck
802695
The 2007 MLB open tryout scheduel has not been set yet but keep an eye on this website:\nhttp://mlb.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/mlb/official_info/about_mlb/tryout_faq.jsp\n\nAsked Questions About Open Tryout Camps \n*Note: The Major League Scouting Bureau and Major League teams will conduct tryout camps annually. Information will be posted as the Scouting Bureau and teams confirm their tryout camp schedules. Please check back soon for updated camp listings. \n\nQ. "Who is in charge of your tryout camps?"\nA. Territorial scouts from the Major League Scouting Bureau sponsor the tryouts. They work for Major League Baseball and all 30 major league organizations. \n\nQ. "Are there any age requirements as to who can tryout?"\nA. All players must be at least 16 years old to participate. \n\nQ. "What should I bring to the camp?"\nA. Bring gear that you would practice or play a game in. (Hat, cleats, glove, baseball pants). Bats and balls are provided at the workout. Catchers may want to use their own catching gear. \n\nQ. "Is there any cost involved to tryout?"\nA. The tryouts are free of charge. Transportation costs are those of the participant. \n\nQ. "I'm a center fielder and a pitcher. Can I tryout at both positions?"\nA. No, a participant will be asked to choose their best position. \n\nQ. "Can I go to other MLSB Open Tryout Camps?"\nA. Yes, participants can attend as many of the tryouts as they wish. \n\nQ. "Do I have to register for the camps?"\nA. Registration cards will be passed out prior to the beginning of each camp to identify each participant. \n\nQ. "Who watches the players at these camps?"\nA. All thirty major league baseball organizations are invited to the tryouts. \n\nQ. "If a team is interested in me after seeing the tryout, can they sign me to a professional contract on the spot?"\nA. No, the tryout camp must be finished and the participant cannot sign until he leaves the facility. \n\nGood luck to your friend!
300986
7 for pitching, 9 for hitting.\n\nAdvices:\n- You really don't need a catcher for UTL.  Another OF or 1B player can contribute more.\n- Your SPs won't give you a lot of wins.
112049
You need to be able to throw a ball, catch a ball, hit a ball with a bat, and run.
648895
we all get toey. Luckily for you, youre a guy...So gi have a bat right now instead of trying to score online
1146132
sounds like your looking to play out BROKE BACK MOUNTIAN// who r u? pitcher or receiver
949303
Yes. Baseball players generally have a much longer tenure and good playing years as opposed to other sports like football, hockey and such that are harder on the body and joints.
245781
Need dadication to the game for that. You can make bat with wood and ball with any soft or hard material. Like wrap plastic bags around small rock and make it soft and ready to play.
562893
Just think of it like baseball. Its the same thing, except you dont swing at the ball with the bat, but instead kick it with you leg. The positions in the outfield are self explanatory(right, center, and left field) and if you catch it out there, they are out. If it rolls to you, just throw it back into play. Have fun!
135447
I have been playing softball for 9 years and my advice to you is... (1)get hitting lessons.  You can't learn how to play if you don't have face to face instruction by a recommended coach. (2)If you get a good enough trainer they can teach you fielding too which, like hitting, you need one on one training. (3)buy a book of ASA rules.  You need to be familiar with them before you play or you can cost your team a lot of money. (4)Finally, if your coach tells you to play a position that you don't normally play, go there anyway because normally a former player or a coaches favorite so you will not have much chance.Also do not make  a big deal about injuries or the coach will take you as not tough enough and you will either not make it or make a lower level team then you deserve.  If you are seeking more help read softball for dummies.  The title throws you off but it really is a good book to read and I think it can really help you.  Good Luck!!
604286
In the lower minors, they use the DH in all games.  In AA and AAA leagues, they use it unless both teams are affiliates of NL clubs.
1057554
No. The same would apply to a run scored on a wild pitch or a passed ball.\n\nBTW if bases are loaded and you draw a walk you are credited with an RBI (but not an at bat) even though the ball was never batted into play.  (This is more for bigcooldaddy or whatever his name is.)
654358
I agree with you, but as far as baseball goes, they didn't "catch on" (which isn't a good thing) until the early-mid 80's. I know myself, no joking of a few players who used steroids to get ripped, as in muscle tone and bat speed, and running speed as well as to prolong thier careers. It is a much different "cycle" than those looking to be huge and monsterous. I'll give you a clue on one of them, he played for the Reds and Tigers and his name rhymes with Derek Shavis. People think ball players tak it for one reason: to hit homers. But the effects are much more potent and better when you try to use it for endurance and to get "chisled". How do I know this, I have studied baseball for 10 of my 20 years on this planet, and I have met and talked to a lot of ball players. It doesn't however make it better to not use it to bulk up, but look at why runners use it and marathoners. Imagine trying to run 26.2 miles and having it feel like 5 miles. Imagine the extra step when you are trying to steal a base? Imagine a few more mph on an outfield throw to get runners out? Or maybe even the extra step to run out a long fly ball. Those are the people MOST don't know about. When a player takes it to bulk, they have one thing on their mind: home runs. So my point is they are both cheaters and punks.