Swinging at the first pitch, even the liner that was an out by Altuve, is a Good Thing.

Announcers never mention the value of it, but if you're a leadoff hitter and you tag it, the pitcher is put off and will try to nibble a bit more. Having Altuve square up a first pitch affects the next batters. It was a productive out.

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