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Foul Ball Hitting a Runner

Does a Fielder's Choice Count as a Hit?

Debbie Worthen from Thousand Oaks asks:

There is a runner on first when the next batter grounded the ball to the shortstop who threw the ball to 2nd base to get the runner. However, ... Read More

On Deck Circle

A Baseball Fan from The Baseball Field asks:

Is it required that a batter be on deck when his team is at the bat? I ask because I saw a game (Mariners at St Louis, Sept. 13, 2013) where t... Read More

Pitcher Warming Up In The Bullpen In Between Innings

Kellen Gillooley from California asks:

If a pitcher is brought into a game cold,(i.e. the starter suddenly gives up several hits or can't hit the strike zone, NOT due to an injury or ejec... Read More

Little League Pitcher's Pivot Foot

Rodd from Maine asks:

What is the Little League rule concerning the pitcher's foot remaining in contact with the pitching rubber during delivery?

Any time a pitcher makes a p... Read More

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