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@Senna posted:
I completely understand why the shift is being used. But again, it is infuriating to watch.
If MLB wants to improve watchability/enjoyment of the game AND increase OBA, that's a quick fix. Two infielders, no more no less, between 1B and 2B, and the same between 2B and 3B. I think this will be one of the items that comes out of the new CBA.

No, we don’t need rules. The game will find equilibrium as Paula indicated. Hitters started by bunting to beat the shift and now we are seeing pull side dominant hitters taking balls the other way in critical situations. The pendulum will swing back to valuing guys that can hit to all fields and those that can’t adjust will be replaced. This is the beauty of the game.

10/24/213:51 PM

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