In today's episode of Baseball Shorts, we pay attention to an aliment from which only umpires are suffering: Ear Syphillis Ear Syphillis is a condition in which umpires are overly sensitive for remarks from players, managers, and fans. Even this bad that it affects his performance behind home plate. A good example of an umpire …
Baseball Shorts: Ducks on the Pond
With the term Ducks on the Pond, you first may think of some water birds swimming around a pond in the park. But did you know the term is also used in baseball? Read on and you'll find out why. The term Ducks on the Pond is a metaphor that is typically used by the …
Baseball Shorts: “Out of Left Field”
In the US, there is a saying "Out of Left Field" which means strange, odd or unexpected. It is clear the origin can be traced back to baseball. But there are several explanations for the origin of the saying. When it comes to the meaning "unexpected", the following explanation makes a lot of sense. It …
Baseball Shorts: How the Bunt got its Name
One of the most underrated hitting techniques in baseball is the bunt. If executed right, it can be a formidable weapon against a dominating pitcher. The bunt came into fashion when it, according to the legend, was invented by Henry Chadwick, the player-manager of the Cincinnati Ballclub. But how did the short hit got its …
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