Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Mizzou Baseball in the Majors: Ian Kinsler vs. the Cardinals

♦ The "cutest" Texas Ranger? Ian Kinsler, according to Lone Star Ball.

Key stat:  Kinsler sees 3.94 pitches per AB (espn.com)
Ian Kinsler ranked 22nd in the AL in pitches seen per at-bat with a team-high 3.94 per game.

He has no intention of changing his approach just because the Rangers are facing an opponent they haven't played in years. Traditionally, part of the leadoff hitter's job is to give his teammates a good look at what the opposing pitcher is throwing, so they can have a better idea when they get to the plate. . .
♦ And this has next to nothing to do with Ian Kinsler, but thanks to VivaElBirdos.com for unearthing this gem:

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