I grew up a Dodger fan, that is to say I grew up listening to the great VIn Scully call games pitched by Don Drysdale and Sandy Kofax. What I distinctly recall about Drysdale was that he felt he owned the inside half of the plate, so if he thought a batter was crowding the plate he went to work moving him off of it – via the use of “chin music.” I’m sure he must have plunked his share of batters. I’m also pretty sure that all but the most hard bitten of them took a little bit less aggressive approach during their next at bat. It was either that or face the “music” again. I think this drama is part of the game – indeed it’s as old as the game. So yes I agree with it also agree with your comment about rookies not preening but showing some class.
I grew up a Dodger fan, that is to say I grew up listening to the great VIn Scully call games pitched by Don Drysdale and Sandy Kofax. What I distinctly recall about Drysdale was that he felt he owned the inside half of the plate, so if he thought a batter was crowding the plate he went to work moving him off of it – via the use of “chin music.” I’m sure he must have plunked his share of batters. I’m also pretty sure that all but the most hard bitten of them took a little bit less aggressive approach during their next at bat. It was either that or face the “music” again. I think this drama is part of the game – indeed it’s as old as the game. So yes I agree with it also agree with your comment about rookies not preening but showing some class.
Vin Scully…. Such a legendary broadcaster!