ground rules

Expert Analysis

Batter Hits Ball That Bounces on Top of Wall

Topics: Ground Rules

The video explains what happens when a batter hits a ball that bounces on top of the wall, and when the result is a home run or ground rule double. Rich Marazzi Rules consultant/analyst:  Angels, D’backs, Dodgers, Nationals, Orioles, Padres, Phillies, Pirates, Red Sox, Rangers, Royals, Tigers, Twins, White Sox, Yankees, Bally Sports, YES, and…

Expert Analysis

The Various Obstruction Plays in Baseball

Topics: Obstruction

Beginning 2024, pro rules (OBR, MLB) will no longer allow a fielder who is not in possession of the ball to block a base (1B, 2B, 3B) or impede a runner. It will be enforced similar to the Home Plate Collision Rule.  New Rule Explained Here: https://baseballrulesacademy.com/obstruction-enforcement-at-all-bases-in-2024/   The video helps you understand everything about…

Expert Analysis

Which Catches are LEGAL and ILLEGAL?

Topics: Definitions

The video helps you understand which catches are legal and illegal in Major League Baseball. This video defines what is a legal catch is, discusses foul tips caught by a catcher, plays and catches around the dugout, fielders falling into the stands, drops against the wall and more. Rich Marazzi Rules consultant/analyst:  Angels, D’backs, Dodgers,…

Expert Analysis

Fenway Park – Boston Red Sox

Topics: Ground Rules

https://www.mlb.com/groundrules/venue-3

Expert Analysis

Yankee Stadium – New York Yankees

Topics: Ground Rules

https://www.mlb.com/groundrules/venue-3313

Expert Analysis

Tropicana Field – Tampa Bay Rays

Topics: Ground Rules, Uncategorized

https://www.mlb.com/groundrules/venue-12

Expert Analysis

Guaranteed Rate Field – Chicago White Sox

Topics: Ground Rules

https://www.mlb.com/groundrules/venue-4

Expert Analysis

Progressive Field- Cleveland Indians

Topics: Ground Rules

https://www.mlb.com/groundrules/venue-5

Expert Analysis

Comerica Park- Detroit Tigers

Topics: Ground Rules

https://www.mlb.com/groundrules/venue-2394

Expert Analysis

Target Field- Minnesota Twins

Topics: Ground Rules

https://www.mlb.com/groundrules/venue-3312

Don't strike out!

Become a part of the largest baseball rules community in the world!

Get free access to baseball forums, rules analysis and exclusive email content from current and former Major League Baseball players and umpires.