"a true story"
Many years ago, Michigan State was playing Western Michigan in a non-conference game.
Situation: 9th inning two outs, winning run on 3rd base, MSU [College Worlds Series team] down one run. The coach - John Kobs was a legend among college coaches, called for a pinch hitter after the batter had two strikes.
The pinch hitter hits the 1st pitch over the fence unto the railroad tracks for a two run HR to win the game.
"Always be ready" Study the pitcher. Opportunities do exist!
Bob