While you’re watching the 2011 World Series, keep this in mind: many professional baseball players have vision that is two times better than average. Of course that doesn’t apply for St. Luis Cardinals Pitcher Jason Motte, who is very nearsighted, but it applies to many others. Learn how baseball players, and many other athletes including …
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When the World Series starts tonight, keep your eyes on St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Jason Motte. Why? Motte isn’t blind, but his nearsightedness is so severe that he often squints on the mound to see what signs his catcher is showing him. Motte has tried prescription eyewear (as pictured), but has found the challenges they …
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It’s a question getting a lot of consideration these days. The New York Times recently ran an article exploring the notion that light-eyed players have more trouble competing in outdoor, daytime sports than their darker-eyed counterparts. Really? The issue arose when Texas Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton, who has struggled to hit as effectively during the …
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