Players and coaches alike are using Spring Training to focus on last year’s biggest shortcomings.
GOODYEAR, ARIZ. — They call the drill “27 outs,” and it’s a staple at Cincinnati Reds Spring Training every year. The drill reiterates the importance of throwing to the right base, knowing specific game situations, and making routine plays on defense. Bench coach Freddie Benavides will call out a scenario—one out, seventh inning, on the road, up two runs, runner on second base—and hit a ball into play.
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