"My first reaction to MLB banning the shift is thinking about how pissed off all the lefty pull hitters must be" - MLB Podcaster believes hitters should be furious about latest shift rule change × Follow Us Create Notifications New User posted their first comment this is comment text Link Approve Reject & ban Delete Log in Manage your profile Editing Story Queue Video Queue Editing Stats Writer Home SEO Redirection Admin Wiki Edits Taxonomy Home Edit Site Menu Mapping Dashboard Tag Pages Community Social Feed Queue Feed Center Notification Center Affiliate Home Manage Pages Bottom Tagline Dash Timeless Stories Logout Baseball MLB News

My first reaction to MLB banning the shift is thinking about how pissed off all the lefty pull hitters must be - MLB podcaster believes hitters should be furious about latest shift rule change

By Sahir Bhojwani Modified 11 Sep 2022 Follow Us Comment Share Bryce Harper of the Philadelphia Phillies hits a bases loaded single Citizens Bank Park The shift has been one of the MLB's most divisive and polarizing strategies since it started gaining popularity in the league. With the new rules approved this Friday, the shift is now prohibited. It was a tactic that was commonly used against power hitters who liked to pull the ball, and now it is illegal. The league is hoping that the new rule changes can speed up the game and improve offensive production. That, in return, could lead to a growth in viewership and attendance figures. While most are in support of the death of the shift, others feel it limits the strategy of the game. Jared Carrabis@Jared_CarrabisMy first reaction to MLB banning the shift is thinking about how pissed off all the lefty pull hitters must be that they played their careers trying to get hits with two right fielders and a full right side of the infield. They’re gonna become “back in my day” guys for sure.208266My first reaction to MLB banning the shift is thinking about how pissed off all the lefty pull hitters must be that they played their careers trying to get hits with two right fielders and a full right side of the infield. They’re gonna become “back in my day” guys for sure. "My first reaction to MLB banning the shift is thinking about how pissed off all the lefty pull hitters must be that they played their careers trying to get hits with two right fielders and a full right side of the infield. They’re gonna become 'back in my day' guys for sure." - Jared Carrabis MLB podcaster Jared Carrabis made a valid point in his recent tweet. Hitters face a major disadvantage when approaching the shift. Although the entire left side of the field is open, power hitters looking for doubles, triples, and home runs tend to pull the ball. All-Stars like Bryce Harper and Joey Gallo have difficulties facing the shift. One has to wonder how good their statistics could have been had they played without the shift. It must be frustrating for certain players to know that they could have improved their batting average by 20-25 points in their careers.

MLB announced three new rule changes that will be implemented in 2023

Major League Baseball Commissioner Robert D. Manfred Jr. speaks during a press conference at MLB Headquarters Overall, the league implemented three new rules that will take effect in 2023. The rules include a pitch clock, a rule that is favorbaly received by analysts, players and fans. With 15-20 seconds between pitches, the game will move faster. Another rule is to expand the bases and bring in bigger bags. This could entice more steals and, once again, add runs. Codify@CodifyBaseballGoodbye to the shift in MLB starting next season.1053Goodbye to the shift in MLB starting next season. https://t.co/qslKq7fLft "Goodbye to the shift in MLB starting next season." - Codify Some fans and analysts believe the league's moves to prevent the shift are a step backward. Hitters should be able to hit all over the park, and this benefits batters that have a limited skillset. Professional hitters who should be able to bunt and hit opposite field should not be rewarded. Whatever your opinion on the rule changes, we can all agree that the league is making an effort to improve the fan experience. A faster game with a more open field and bigger bases will help the offense and speed up slow and dull games. Here's to a better and improved 2.0 version of MLB in 2022. Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Edited by Windy Goodloe × Feedback Thank You! Be the first one to comment Follow Us Share Show More Comments GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Manage your profile Editing Story Queue Video Queue Editing Stats Writer Home SEO Redirection Admin Wiki Edits Taxonomy Home Edit Site Menu Mapping Dashboard Tag Pages Community Social Feed Queue Feed Center Notification Center Affiliate Home Manage Pages Bottom Tagline Dash Timeless Stories Logout No Results Found Get the free App now Manage notifications Popular ‍ Sports (30+) CricketCricket HomeScheduleT20 World CupT20 warm upIND vs SAENG vs PAKAUS vs ENGLegends LeagueECS T10 CroatiaWBBL 2022ECC T10SMAT 2022Bukhatir LeagueNZ T20 Tri-SeriesWomen's Asia Cup 2022ECT10 FootballFootball HomeNewslettersSK Experts ScheduleEPLNations LeagueLa LigaLigue 1Champions LeagueFIFA WCMLS Bundesliga Serie A WWEWWE HomeNewslettersRumor RoundupRAWSmackDownResultsRosterChampionsWWE Crown Jewel 2022PPV ScheduleAEW EsportsEsports HomeMinecraftOverwatch 2RobloxGenshin ImpactFortniteGTAStreamersFree FirePUBGValorantBGMIPop CultureAnimeGaming TechWiki Guides TennisTennis HomeTennis calendarTennis Results TodayATP RankingsWTA RankingsRoger FedererRafael NadalNovak DjokovicSerena Williams MMAMMA HomeUFC NewsONE ChampionshipUFC Fight NightScheduleRankingsResultsUFC Fights TonightONE Championship ResultsONE Championship ScheduleONE Championship Rankings KabaddiKabaddi HomePKL 2022PKL SchedulePKL Points TableKabaddi Rules WikiWiki HomeMinecraft WikiNaruto WikiTikTok WikiYoutube WikiGTA WikiTerraria WikiOne Piece Wiki MoreSportsBasketballIndian FootballNFLMinecraftFormula 1NascarPop CultureCollege FootballHockeyGolfAthleticsBadmintonGymnasticsWrestlingSwimmingTennisShootingBoxingArcheryWinter SportsRobloxFree PicksSkateboardingKho KhoLifestyle LINKS About Us Write For Us Policies Editorial Standards Journalism Awards Fact Check Affiliate Program Careers CSR Privacy Policy Contact Us Edition: English हिन्दी