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An AP photographer explains why a good action photo is often about the cropping
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Seattle Mariners' Mitch Haniger tries to avoid a dousing during the celebration of the team's 2-1 win over the Chicago White Sox in 10 innings in a baseball game Wednesday, June 12, 2024, in Seattle. Haniger drove in the winning run. - photo by AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson
Why This photo? SEATTLE (AP) — In baseball, the postgame Gatorade bucket dunk is a common occurrence after a big win, such as a walk-off. It’s something we anticipate and prepare to make photos of after each home win just in case, but you never know exactly how it’s going to play out.