Batty67 posted:Any thread where people debate math when the point is to improve an argument lose their way, in general.
Yes, a good catcher knows when to block and when to pick.
On a beautiful day with defense making outs and pitching rarely putting one in the dirt, it might complete sense for the catcher to try and block virtually everything (since there is not much and that's good form). On a hot and humid day, a long day with extra outs due to errors, and/or lots of balls in the dirt, a good catcher should know when picking to preserve the energy and lower the punishment is the right thing to do. When to pick vs. block on a ball off the plate takes experience and situational awareness, and cannot be "taught" quickly
"Any thread where people debate math when the point is to improve an argument lose their way, in general."
Point taken, and yes I did feel like I lost my way. I will redirect in the future, hopefully.
My apologies to you too, CURRYNC.