Author: Chris Welsh

Former MLB pitcher, currently TV analyst for Cincinnati Reds on Fox Sports Ohio
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When Should an Umpire Call a Pop-Up “Infield Fly?”

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Infield Fly Definition

An INFIELD FLY is a fair fly ball (not including a line drive nor an attempted bunt) which can be caught by an infielder with ordinary effort, when first and second, or first, second and third bases are occupied, before two are out. The pitcher, catcher and any outfielder who stations himself in the infield…

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Is Home Plate in Fair or Foul Territory?

Topics: Uncategorized
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Fair or Foul? Batted Balls Bouncing Near a Base

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When Should an Umpire Call a Ground Ball Fair or Foul?

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Infield Fly

An INFIELD FLY is a fair fly ball (not including a line drive nor an attempted bunt) which can be caught by an infielder with ordinary effort, when first and second, or first, second and third bases are occupied, before two are out. The pitcher, catcher and any outfielder who stations himself in the infield…

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