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Originally Posted by Mattymo
And don't forget...down 6-0, you're going to need a hit that's NOT a bunt in order to win the game. So SOMEONE is going to have to hit a double in the gap...or at least a few guys are going to have to get the ball out of the infield.
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If you're down 6-0, you need to get runners on base, period. It's academic that, yes, someone along the way is going to need to drive in runs. Statistically (and just common sense) dictates that it's easier to score runs once you put guys on base.
Hence, why you should try to get guys on base. If you feel that when you come to the plate (or while at the plate) that you have a good chance to get on base by driving a pitch and rack up a double or better, great. If you think you have an even better chance to get on base by dropping down a bunt, then do that, even if you have to shatter someone's ego.