Pace of Play and Long Games

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2. Batter must stay in box for entire at-bat
3. limit of one catcher visit to mound per batter, or two per inning

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I don't really like #2, but I can support the other 2 ideas.
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If the guy has a mosquito in his eye, sure, let him step out. But the Nick Swisher-type thing of adjusting his gloves, staring at his bat, adjusting his cup, and taking a few practice swings <i>between every pitch</i> has got to stop.
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I think it helps a hitter get comfortable and stay loose. If you take that away you may as well not allow them to take infield between innings or call time when they steal a base. I don't think it's a large enough problem to go makes rules about it.
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If he said anyone else but Swisher, you would have agreed with him.
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I just don't think it's a problem. My love for Swish has nothing to do with it.