Ian Anderson and the Atlanta bull freeze the Astros in a 2-0 win in game 3 – The Athletic

ATLANTA – The TV show captured a snapshot of modern baseball at the end of the fifth inning of the game. win 2-0 Atlanta beat Houston in Game 3 of the World Series. In the video, the manager of Atlanta Brian Snitker passing by his dugout boat. He extended his hand to the pitcher to start Ian Anderson, who has yet to achieve success. This gesture has had the same meaning for more than a century: Well done, kid. Your night is over.

Anderson’s response may not have been correct in the 1930s, 1960s or even the 1990s. He did not object. He didn’t break the water tank. He didn’t scowl or spit or growl. Instead, he smiled. He let Snitker hit his back and applauded a solid effort, one that gave Atlanta a 2-1 series advantage ahead Astros.

Atlanta’s four best pain relievers hold the title. AJ Minter beat two in the sixth inning. Luke Jackson pass Saturday zero points. Tyler Matzek allowed a bloop single in season eight but stuck in base third. After a Travis d’Arnaud solo eased the tension, Will Smith secured a savings in the ninth.

The moment with Anderson represents a microcosm of where the sport is going and where it has gone. Anderson’s lack of argument proves his awareness of the situation.