re: Why do LSU batters almost never swing at the first pitch?

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gotta be willing to hack at the first pitch a few times in a game. Otherwise, the other team is just gonna pump one right down the pipe and start ahead in the count every time.

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That's how I feel about it. I understand the value of making a pitcher work But if they know you aren't going to swing, they'll just keep pumping it down the middle. What I would like to see is them swing if it's right down the middle. If it's borderline or if they aren't comfortable, then fine. Take the pitch.