I love seeing the Cards taking a shot at that first pitch meatball. For years we've seen as I'm sure opposing scouts have that the Cardinals were notorious for looking at that first pitch strike. Drive me crazy. Every hitter was starting their AB in the hole.
Once down in the count 0-1 the fat center cut FB is typically not seen again. I love that they're being aggressive with their ABs, instead of just working the count. If the pitchers going to lay it on a tee, why not go after it.
First pitch swinging
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