Looking at the Risk and Reward of tagging up from second with different out combinations.

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Looking at how Managers Calculate Risk and Opportunity in a situation that popped up within the Cubs and Twins game the other day:

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Another one from Wagaman at 3rd. To me this highlights well coaches teams and players who understand situational baseball.

Here is Swanson from the 2025 Season

Controlling the throwing lane when baserunners are advancing is a constant. Best teams don’t simply concede the out—they force defenders to make the toughest possible play. They pressure the defense, disrupt rhythm, and turn routine throws into high-stakes decisions.