Mark Monaghan

Shitty teams play with shitty tempo. Pitchers and catchers ignite tempo or destroy it. Fielders ignite tempo or destroy it. Dudes on the bench ignite tempo or destroy it. Coaches either ignite tempo or destroy it. Pitchers should throw the pitch and catch the return throw backing up the hill. Pitchers shouldn't turn their back to the hitter. Catchers should get the ball back to the pitcher with tempo and pace. Infielders should be talking to pitchers bringing energy. Not rah rah bullshit but encouragement. Outfielders should be talking. Pitchers should be great at backing up and covering bases. Fielders should be great at backing up bases. Baserunners should be great at taking extra bases. Players in the dugout shouldn't be cheerleaders but should be locked in. Bullpen catchers should be ready to sprint to the pen with full gear on. Fielders should get on and off the field with energy. Great teams play with winning tempo.