Baseball Quote by Tom Glavine
![“There is no second baseman in the game who can turn the double play better [than Mark Lemke]. Why are people always looking for offense at that position? What's more important is getting outs, and turning the double is a huge factor in getting outs.” quote by Tom Glavine](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/911/tom-glavine-21376_factors_there-is-no-second-baseman-in-the-game-w_1182702.jpg)
“There is no second baseman in the game who can turn the double play better [than Mark Lemke]. Why are people always looking for offense at that position? What's more important is getting outs, and turning the double is a huge factor in getting outs.”
About This Quote
Emphasizes the defensive value of a second baseman in creating double plays, arguing that focusing on outs is more crucial than offensive expectations.
In simple terms: Defense at second base is key; prioritize outs over offense.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize defensive skill at second base.
Themes
baseball
defense
strategy
Mood
analytical
strategic
Type
sports
instructional
When to use this quote
- coach meetings
- player training
- game analysis
- team meetings
Key Concepts
defensive metrics
team dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can a team balance defensive and offensive priorities?
- When is an aggressive offensive approach justified?
A Different Perspective
Offensive pressure can still be valuable in certain game contexts.
![“One time in spring training, we had the hit-and-run on, and Carl Erskine threw me a curve and I struck out into a double play. I came back to the bench and Casey [Stengel] said, 'next time, tra-la-la.' I didn't know what tra-la-la meant, but next time up, I hit a line drive, right into a double…” quote by Whitey Herzog](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/98d/whitey-herzog-28696_benches_one-time-in-spring-training-we-had-the-h_818599.jpg)
