Source: BroBible
Summary
A’s broadcaster Dallas Braden called out Cardinals’ rookie second baseman J.J. Wetherholt for taking “free peeks” while waiting to bat, standing too close to the batter’s box and potentially gaining an advantage. Braden’s broadcast partner Chris Caray pointed out Wetherholt’s actions, and Braden expressed surprise that no one had said anything about it. The first base umpire eventually made Wetherholt move back to the on-deck circle.
Our Reading
The routine arrives with confidence.
Dallas Braden’s outrage is a thing to behold. J.J. Wetherholt’s “free peeks” are just a clever way to gain an edge. The batter’s box is just a suggestion, apparently. The umpire eventually steps in to ruin the fun. And Braden gets to say “I told you so”.
Getting yelled at by a broadcaster is the new normal.
Author: Evan Null
