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As a catcher, Boone believed in rhythm, control, and setting the pace for his pitchers. Ricky’s deliberate delays—stretching time between pitches—disrupted this rhythm intentionally. Boone viewed his pacing as a calculated attack on the integrity of the game’s flow, knowing exactly what he was doing. This deliberate sabotage was perceived as a disrespect for the role of the catcher and a challenge to the game's unwritten rules.