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Score of a Called Game

Tommy from Virginia asks:

On 6/2/13, why was the official score of the Redsox-Yankee game 3-0? The Redsox scored a run in the top of the 6th, but the Yankees did not get to play their hal... Read More

Two Strike Foul Ball

Drake from Nolensville, TN asks:

When you hit the ball into foul territory on strike three, what happens?

Unless the batter bunted a foul ball with two strikes, which would m... Read More

Picking Off Away From the Base

Ballpark Bob from Philly asks:

Pitcher steps back off the rubber to attempt to pick off the runner at second.  The second baseman or shortstop, however, are not covering so he throws... Read More

A Coaching Umpire

STACEY from Pennsylvania asks:

Can a regular season umpire coach or assistant coach all-stars?

I see no reason why an umpire can't coach an all-star team as long as he isn't ... Read More

Sliding Head First In High School

Carl Sharpe from New Jersey asks:

Can you slide head first into a base while stealing in high school baseball?

Yes. There is no rule in high school baseball that says you can... Read More