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RulesMLB Umpire Manual

BALL STRIKES BIRD OR ANIMAL

Definitions of Terms: If a batted or thrown ball strikes a bird in flight or other animal on the playing field, the ball is considered alive and in play, the same as if it had not touched the bird or animal. If a pitched ball strikes a bird in flight or other animal on the…

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