With the recent actions of Jim Joyce blowing the perfect game of Armando Galarraga in the 9th inning with 2 outs, talks have erupted for instant replay in baseball.
Now we already have instant replay but only when it comes to homeruns to decide if they really are homers or if they are fair or foul.
But with the slew of terrible calls this year from umpires it is time to broaden the horizons for MLB and instant replay.
Bud Selig has said he will review the last play of yesterdays Tigers vs Indians game, and we might see a once in a lifetime call change.
Although Joyce has admitted that he was wrong, the fact is a historic day was ruined by an umpire, when he was blatantly wrong. Things like this need to amended but not after the game, during!
Baseball is a three hours or more type of a game, a 2 - 5 minute replay will not hurt the game, baseball purists need to take a seat.
It is all about getting the call right, the human element can still be present but it can not continue to ruin the game.
That is why I propose that instant replay be instituted for
- fair or foul balls down the line
- Base running: whether or not the runner is safe or out
- Plays at 1st base In key situations: 7th inning or later in a game where the score is within 4 runs
Balls and strikes can not be reviewed that is where this "human element" must remain.
Baseball is a game of inches where every play could effect the game. Change needs to be made to better this game, for the sake of the fans, results and the players who play this game.
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