two runner on same base

RulesMLB Umpire Manual

TWO RUNNERS IN CONTACT WITH BASE

Rule 5.06(a)(2): Under Official Baseball Rule 5.06(a)(2), if two runners are touching a base at the same time, the following runner is out when tagged (unless, of course, the lead runner is forced). It is suggested that the umpire clearly indicate by pointing which runner has been declared out in such situations. See Official Baseball…

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