Throwing Errors and Unearned Runs

Cardinals--

I hope you guys aren't making a habit
of throwing the ball
into "souvenir city" with men on base.

What is this urgency to get everybody
out on one play?
It only results in sloppy defense.

I love the aggressiveness you are showing, but
be smart and play under control.  Stop
playing dumb baseball.

I know, I know, you look brilliant if you record
the out.  But in order to do that, the ball
has to land in your teammate's glove-- not in a fan's beer.

And once it's in the beer...
you look foolish, not smart, as the runs
you were trying to prevent touch home.

So, please, once you get the sure out,
pocket the ball, it's the smartest way
to prevent unearned runs.

Now, don't overcorrect and begin playing
overly cautious and timid. 
Don't be stupid, boys.

'Til Later