I'm assuming Schanuel didn't reach base on his other ABs in that game?

placed on, it is still Reached on Error for Schanuel

The toss from 1b to p was weak and behind, but I think catchable, so i'd give the error to the pitcher. But yes, either way, he got to first on an error.

An unfortunate aspect is that if the first baseman hadn't made that great catch and the ball went past him into the outfield, it wouldn't have been an error. At least I think so. Not sure how they decide if it's an error is a fielder doesn't pull off a difficult catch or stop.

or an on-base streak? Those are two different things.

then it would've been a hit. Unfortunately, the ball got there, and was dropped, before he got there.

That announcer is an idiot.

I was too wrapped up in feeling bad for the kid that I didn't even think to watch the clip.

Clearly an error.

I'm only slightly embarrassed, though.

The Angels broadcasters blew it. I don't know what their reasoning was - maybe sentimentality for the kid.

You are among friends here.

Thanks for the brew. Would be nice to share one IRL.