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Top 9 Baserunning Myths Countdown - Myth #1

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So to everyone who has taken the time to read this series and/or make comments, I give you a large thanks. We have had agreements on things and some disagreements. (If you have made comments and not been replied to yet, you will receive one.)  All in all, it has been very enjoyable putting pen to paper, or I suppose fingers to keyboard, and a fruitful exercise overall. A few new connections have made with people across the continent and that is always a good thing.

Now to end the series, I offer a bit of a pre-emptive apology.  The last myth is not about baserunning.  So if you have been waiting on pins and needles for the greatest myth of them all, I regret to inform you that preceding 8 myths are going to have to do for now.

Instead, after some serious topics I offer a little bit of levity, but arguably a no less important myth that is certain to inspire some discussion and disagreement.  Here it is:

Myth #1:  The ballpark franks are better inside the stadium than outside it 

In my humble opinion, this is as much a myth as any of the previous posts in this series. Almost without exception, you will find the hot dogs outside the stadium to not only be superior to what they serve on the inside, but also less expensive.  Bigger dogs, better cooking. Too bad most places won't allow you to bring them in to watch the game unfold and see if you can't view your own baserunning myths occur.

So after some serious discussions, let's have some fun and find out what you think: Are they better inside or out? Where are the best dogs are served in North America? If not dogs, what is your bad food of choice when taking in a heavenly baseball game?

If you are just joining the series, you can find the 8 "serious" myths below. Please enjoy and feel free to comment on any or all of them. Thank you again for reading. I look forward to connecting again soon.

Baserunning Myth #9 - Leaving the batter’s box and sneaking a peek: The peek occurs on the second or third step

Baserunning Myth #8 - Angle turns approaching each base: The angle should be the same for each player

Baserunning Myth #7 - Contacting the base when advancing: The runner should always touch the base with the left foot

Baserunning Myth #6 - Take a bigger lead than normal at first base when stealing: The base will be easier to steal

Baserunning Myth #5 - Your fastest runners will be your best base stealers

Baserunning Myth #4 - Sliding into first base: The runner gets there faster

Baserunning Myth #3 - When on second base, the baserunner is supposed to be responsible for the position and movements of the second baseman

Baserunning Myth #2 - Tagging at third base: The third base coach should tell the runner when to break for the plate

Rick Johnston, Co-Founder & Head Instructor - The Baseball Zone