It is easy to overlook or forget the fact the TB's 3rd base coach had no
business whatsoever sending Arozorena. The fact that the Rays got lucky -- i.e., that the Dodgers had a melt-down -- doesn't change that, IMO. Of course, one might argue that aggressive base-running creates mistakes like that. The Dodgers definitely lost their cool (i.e., panicked), which made it a pleasure for me to watch. They have always epitomized arrogance; it's a trademark of their organizational culture. Pride cometh before the fall.
(By the way, I don't know who TB's coach is, but he reminds me of the Braves' 3rd base coach, who has never impressed me.)
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Posted: 10/25/2020 at 08:37AM