In this game where momentum often swings between euphoric jubilation and soul-stirring strife - one unsung hero tirelessly toils beyond the field's periphery. Behind every perfect slide, curveball drop-off, and triple threat play lies 'The Silent Judge' who commands a critical presence atop all others at home: plate. Here lies one unapprreciated arbiter who, as a keystone to enforcing team harmony within the sphere’s limits keeps it fair through diligent scrutiny.
Plate crew has two members working together. First the second umpire does the call but gets the first decision (also referred upon to by his 'thirdsman"). The plate person acts on and reviews - thus ruling in conjunction if you will the other half on that part so their call really stands! After much examination & sometimes disagreement from dugouts then those critical Home-plate players let their calls be official; an authoritative decision is what they declare right off now because nobody needs no questions asked regarding another team protest – each matter considered fully closed up till next challenge ahead!
Introducing the Golf Scoring Method for the MLB Season
Welcome to a unique way to track your favorite MLB team's performance throughout the season. Inspired by the scoring system in golf, this method breaks down the 162-game season into manageable segments, making it easier to follow and understand.
How It Works
18 Holes (Segments): The 162-game MLB season is divided into 18 segments, each consisting of 9 games. Think of each segment as a "hole" in a golf course.
Scoring Each Segment:
Even (Par): A loss is a "stroke". 4 strokes is par. So if a team wins 5 out of the 9, that's 4 strokes for par.
Under Par: If the team wins 6 out of 9 games (6-3 record), they are "1 under par" for that segment.
Over Par: If the team wins only 4 out of 9 games (4-5 record), they are "1 over par" for that segment.
Cumulative Score: At the end of each segment, tally the scores to get an overall picture of the team's performance. For example, if a team finishes 2 segments "under par" and 1 segment "over par," their cumulative score would be 1 under par.
Why Use This Method?
Simplified Tracking: Breaking down the long season into smaller segments makes it easier to follow or analyze.
Comparative Performance: Just like in golf, you can quickly see if a team is performing above or below expectations.
Engaging and Fun: This method adds a new layer of engagement for fans, combining the excitement of baseball with the strategy of golf.
Keep track of your team's progress and enjoy the season with this innovative scoring method!