The chop slap is one of the most disruptive tools a slapper can use because it blends speed, timing disruption, and forced defensive hesitation. Teams that play in tight to stop the soft slap or drag bunt often get burned: The chop: 🥎Creates maximum hang time, delays the defender’s transfer, and gives the runner a huge time advantage. 🥎A well-placed chop over the pitcher or in the 5/6 hole goes untouched. A high bounce over a charging third baseman is nearly impossible to defend. Speed creates