Do we pitch to our defense OR do we defend behind our pitcher?

There are 7 defensive players positioned behind the pitcher. There role is obviously to assist the pitcher in recording outs. There needs to be a synchronicity between the pitcher and his defense. Ostensibly, every pitch the pitcher throws should be thrown with the intent of recording an out. If not immediately, eventually. So, the question exists, do amateur defenses align themselves to the pitcher's intentions OR do pitcher's pitch to their defense.

I contend that there isn't nearly enough cohesion between the two units. There aren't enough hours in the day usually to have meetings to discuss goals and plans with each and every hitter. Usually, a pitcher warms up and goes on the mound with his arsenal. He, erroneously, believes that his stuff will get the batters out alone.

However, many times throughout the game, balls will be put into play. And, the defense may or may not be in the proper position.

Here is what I believe is the best case scenario for amateur baseball teams. Understand who is on the mound and try and anticipate the manner in which he throws.

Does he throw hard? Shade opposite field.

Does he throw backwards? Shade pull side.

Does he hit his spots on most occassions? Play the count in the outfield.

Does he struggle with his command? Play straight up and deeper in the outfield.

Simply understanding the pitcher will give the defense and the pitcher that synchronicity that is so needed to prevent the offense from scoring.