http://blog.kittykaat.comQuick Blogcasthttp://blog.kittykaat.com/2009/05/07/pitching-to-the-scoreboard.aspx#comment-2062244Hello Jim,<br />What you spelled out makes perfect sense.<br />But, I have been wrestling with it since it hit my email.<br /> it's just that the strike zone can be so unforgiving, so there would be understandable caution whenever throwing straight stuff early on.<br />But, just watching these games and seeing so many pitches of every variety thrown around the strike zone, the point your making is very clear.<br />Your "think long, pitch wrong" saying was mentioned yesterday on Fox during the Boston vs Tampa Bay game. With Boston down by about 8 runs, their reliever got in trouble, this pitcher took more time between pitches, pausing while taking sign's. Tim McCarver, observing these pause's, pointed out how important it was for pitcher's not to lose pace, he pointed out that the opposition can detect that the pitcher is in trouble and it can compromise his effectiveness/command. Tim's co-announcer also mentioned keeping things moving also can spare fielders from fatigue/boredom from standing out in the field too long.<br />It was around this point that Tim referenced you Jim and said something to the affect that "My good friend Jim Katt has a saying "think long, pitch wrong" <br />Jim, you've got some great expressions !<br />I'm buying your book (I'm sorry I was out to lunch when it came out)<br /><br />John MJohn Masterson2009-05-10T20:26:37Zhttp://blog.kittykaat.com/2009/04/03/its-time-to-play-ball.aspx#comment-2037890So glad you are 'back in the game'.John Masterson2009-05-02T06:30:25Zhttp://blog.kittykaat.com/2009/02/26/welcome.aspx#comment-2037848This is great Jim, I did'nt know you had a blog.<br />I was also delighted to hear you again in the booth and look forward to seeing you again with MLB.<br />I'm glad I found your blog.<br />JohnJohn Masterson2009-05-02T06:12:45Zhttp://blog.kittykaat.com/2009/04/03/its-time-to-play-ball.aspx#comment-1988579Jim, I interrupt your blog for just a sec to let you know that I just read about the wonderful things that you have been doing for the youth of your hometown, Zeeland, MI. First the baseball fields themselves and now the installation of lights, in honor of your wife. It makes me proud to have known you at one time, many years ago. Gary GoormanGary Goorman2009-04-17T20:11:46Zhttp://blog.kittykaat.com/2009/02/26/welcome.aspx#comment-1978339Hi Jim,<br /><br />I just wanted to express my condolences on the passing of your wife. It must be a very difficult time and my heart goes out to you. <br /><br />You have been one of my most favorite announcers on the Yes Network and I was sad when you retired but now am thrilled to learn that you will be back in the broadcast booth! I wish you continued healing and look forward to hearing your voice on the air waves!<br /><br />CarolynCarolyn2009-04-13T22:17:37Z