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tntoriole Hangout Grand Counsel

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You're missing my point.

I'm not saying who's pitching shouldn't matter. I'm saying a good catcher/above average pitch framer will help pitchers.

That is probably true, but this whole concept of framing still seems to me to be deliberately trying to fool the umpire by using your movements to create a visual illusion and distraction. It should be against the rules, imho.

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You're missing my point.

I'm not saying who's pitching shouldn't matter. I'm saying a good catcher/above average pitch framer will help pitchers.

If the pitcher hots his spots. For the most part, the Orioles pitchers can't command their pitches. I don't think Wieters is as bad at framing as you do. Agree to disagree. I respect your point of view.

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