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Pitchers have always taken their turn at bat in the national league. Only the American league has a "designated hitter". - bill
the cy young award is given to the best pitchers in the American and national league.
In the National League, pitchers will be in the batting line-up. In the American League, the pitcher's batting position is taken by the Designated Hitter (DH) who is ineligible to play any field position.
During World Series games played in National League ballparks, National League rules are enforced, and the pitchers will both bat like any other position player. During World Series games played in American League ballparks, American League rules are in effect, and both teams have the option use a designated hitter and the pitcher will not bat if this option is taken. If, however, a DH is later put into a game as a position player, the DH option is then lost, and the pitcher must bat.
4 pitchers * 3 catchers = 12 combinations
Spring Training
Pitchers need extra time getting their arms in shape. In addition to catching bullpens, catchers can use that time to develop their catching skills with drills.
Friday, February 13th.
Injured players, along with pitchers and catchers may report no earlier than February 14th, all other players may begin training on February 19th.
Yankees Pitchers & Catchers report on February 17, 2010, first workout is scheduled for the 18th. Position players report on Febuary 22, and the first full workout on the 23rd.
Feb. 14th for the REDSOX!
March 2 & 3, 2012
Febuary 17, 2010Yankees Pitchers & Catchers reported on February 17th, first workout was scheduled for the 18th. Position players reported on February 22nd, and the first full workout was on the 23rd.
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David Wright for the outfielder's, infielders, catchers. Johan Santana is the pitchers' captain for the Mets.
According the official Major League Baseball website (under 'Important Dates'), the dates differ depending on the player's role and whether it's voluntary or mandatory.Here's the list of dates for 2011 Spring Training:February 13, 2011 - Spring Training reporting date for pitchers, catchers and injured players - VoluntaryFebruary 18, 2011 - Spring Training reporting date for non-pitchers and catchers - VoluntaryMarch 1, 2011 - Spring Training reporting date for all players - Mandatory