Which Tags are LEGAL and ILLEGAL?
The video helps you understand which tags are legal and illegal in Major League Baseball. This video defines what is a legal tag, discusses how the fielder must have secure possession of the ball in their glove, runners disengaging from the base, a runners momentum carrying them beyond the base, the no-touch no-tag call and…
The Conduct of the Catcher at the Plate
This video discusses the responsibilities of a CATCHER in regards to collisions at home plate – Rule 6.01 (i). The rule is designed to prevent injury between the runner and the catcher, and both share responsibilities to avoid a collision. Rich Marazzi Rules consultant/analyst: Angels, D’backs, Dodgers, Nationals, Orioles, Padres, Phillies, Pirates, Red Sox, Rangers,…
Do or Die Plays at First Base
This classic baseball instruction video comes from back in 2004 with Cincinnati Reds infield coach, Randy Whisler. Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh asks Randy about the most difficult plays at first base.
Third Baseman Charging the Ball
This classic baseball instruction video comes from back in 2004 with Cincinnati Reds infield coach, Randy Whisler. Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh asks Randy about a third baseman charging a ball and making the throw to first base.
Infielder Making a Backhand Play
This classic baseball instruction video comes from back in 2004 with Cincinnati Reds infield coach, Randy Whisler. Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh asks Randy about an infielder making a backhand play.
The Basics of Fielding a Ground Ball
This classic baseball instruction video comes from back in 2004 with Cincinnati Reds infield coach, Randy Whisler. Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh asks Randy about the basics of an infielder fielding a ground ball and the proper footwork.
Spectator Interference: Rule 6.01 (e)
The Yankees and Astros played at Minute Maid on September 3, 2023. In the bottom of the sixth, Yordan Alvarez hit a Tommy Kahnle pitch deep down the left field line in foul territory. Yankees’ left fielder Everson Pereira was in pursuit of the ball but was deprived of the catch when a fan reached…
Smart Baserunning 2023
In the following four plays of this report, you will see where runners played excellent Ruleball by executing sound running strategies and utilizing what the rules allow. Yankees Smart Base Running The Yankees and Red Sox played a day-night doubleheader at Fenway Park on September 14, 2023. In the nightcap, clever base-running by Oswaldo Cabrera…
Multiple Ways a Time Play Can Score a Run
The Phillies hosted the Giants on August 23, 2023. In the top of the tenth inning the Giants had Wade Meckler on third and Paul DeJong on first and one out when Thairo Estrada lined to center field for the second out. The ball went from center field to first base where DeJong was doubled-up…
