As a diehard Washington Nationals fan, I know exactly how unlucky the infield rain tarp at Great American Ball Park can be for opposing infielders.

Let me explain.

About three weeks ago, the Nats played a road series against the Cincinnati Reds. While the team eventually won two out of three and took the series, the opening Friday-night game was memorable for a couple of reasons.

Related: MLB team makes major mistake, costing fans

First the Nats got their butts kicked 6-1 after a nearly two-hour rain delay. Second, Nathaniel Lowe, the Nats' new first baseman, had a scary moment when he ran full speed and tripped over the infield rain tarp set against the divider separating the first baseline bleachers from the field.

But Lowe wasn't tripped into the protective netting as much as he w

See Full Page