Expert Analysis
Runner hit by batted ball…..is the runner always out?
Topics: Base Awards, Deflected Ball, Expert Analysis, Placing Runners, Runner Interference, Runners
When a runner is hit by a batted ball, he is not always out. Umpires must assess the situation and apply the proper rule. The most common form of this violation is when a runner is struck by a batted ball in front an infielder and impedes him from making a play. The runner is…
Expert Analysis
Kauffman Stadium- Kansas City Royals
Topics: Ground Rules
https://www.mlb.com/groundrules/venue-7
Expert Analysis
Deflected Balls that Remain in Play (Part 3)
Topics: Base Awards, Deflected Ball, Obstruction, Runner Interference, Runners, Uncategorized
Deflected Batted Ball Strikes the Runner Deflections make for knotty problems since they usually lead to right of way arguments. Whenever a batted ball is deflected off the pitcher or another infielder into the path of the runner, one of three things can happen: The ball can remain alive and in play The runner can…
