Shortstop Luis Guillorme pitches an easy 1 2 3 inning, a breakdown

Aug 12, 2020 408.1K views 1:51

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New York Mets shortstop Luis Guillorme takes the mound in the bottom of the inning, tasked with closing out a lopsided game against the opposing team. Guillorme, known for his impressive hand-eye coordination and defensive prowess, is making his first-ever pitching appearance in a Major League Baseball game. As Guillorme steps onto the mound, the commentators provide some context about the 28-year-old infielder. They note that Guillorme's first career home run was a clutch, game-tying pinch-hit knock off of veteran reliever Fernando Rodney. They also recall a humorous incident from Guillorme's Spring Training, where he caught a bat that was thrown into the stands by a teammate, much to the surprise of his teammates who had scattered away. Guillorme wastes no time getting to work on the mound, calmly and effortlessly delivering his pitches. His first offering is a breezy curveball that dips into the strike zone due to the effects of gravity, drawing a chuckle from the commentators. "That's my favorite one right there," they remark, replaying the pitch. The opposing hitter, Starlin Castro, steps up to the plate and simply puts his glove down, as if to signal that he has the pitch under control. Guillorme's next offering is a sinker that appears to simply fall into the catcher's mitt, further demonstrating the shortstop's impressive control and composure on the mound. Guillorme continues to work quickly and efficiently, inducing weak contact from the batters he faces. "It's like me throwing the baseball at the furry cats on the boardwalk," the commentator quips, "just tossing them in there." Guillorme's nonchalant attitude and smooth delivery captivate the viewers, who can't help but appreciate the shortstop's unexpected turn as a pitcher. As Guillorme records the final out of the inning, he can't help but give a subtle wink to the camera, acknowledging the novelty of the situation. Despite the lopsided score, the Mets' shortstop is clearly enjoying his time on the mound, showcasing his versatility and athletic ability. The commentators praise Guillorme's performance, noting the repeatability and ease of his delivery. They encourage viewers to go outside and try to emulate the shortstop's pitching motion, confident that anyone can channel their inner Luis Guillorme and experience the same level of effortless success on the mound.

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luis guillorme is on the mound for the

mets it's his first ever time

pitching a little bit about this dude

his first home run was a pinch

hit game tying knock off of fernando