This clip breaks down a strange sequence where a team scores a run in just five pitches, thanks to a mix of weird decisions and odd plays. It starts with the pitcher talking to himself on the mound, insisting on throwing a curveball despite the catcher calling for a fastball or slider. He lands the curve for a strike, which counts as a foul ball on a bunt attempt. Confusion follows as the batter, Gerardo Parra, thinks it was foul, doesn’t run, and is called out. Nationals manager Dave Martinez argues, and after a quick chat between umpires, the call is changed to foul. Still counts as a strike.
Next pitch, another curveball, and Parra gets hit. He’s on first. Then comes either a wild pitch or passed ball, and he moves to second. Pitch four leads to a strike, and Parra steals third. On pitch five, the pitcher swings and just puts the ball in the air, enough to bring the run in. Five pitches, one run, and the lead is gone.
The entire play shows how quickly things can turn if the defense slips and a runner stays aggressive. A hit-by-pitch, a fielding mistake, and a stolen base can add up fast. Despite the chaos, the umpires handled the call reversal smoothly, and both teams played it out. Not a great inning for the defense, but an entertaining look at how much can happen in five pitches.