By: scatterbrian

scatterbrian — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 13:07:20 +0000

I never realized this was such a heated controversy. While Carty’s study shows it to be a myth, I have a hard time trusting it when it’s using projections as a foundation. I also don’t think the point is absolutely about first half vs. second half. Participating in the derby might screw up a player’s swing for one series, or for two weeks. Regardless of whether or not it’s true or rational, if a player for my team believes that, I’d prefer he sit it out.

And Jonny5, this really isn’t the same as what players do before a game. BP is for loosening up, working out kinks, and getting your timing. HR derby is essentially about hitting the ball as far as you can, and dudes overexert themselves. Some of these guys are sweating buckets halfway through. I’ve never see guys toweling off during BP.

By: Jonny5

Jonny5 — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:10:36 +0000

How does it kill a players second half? It’s just a glorified batting practice, players do it every day before a game, hit ball outta the park. That’s a lame myth.

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