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Ball Passing An Infielder And Then Hitting A Runner

Umpire Interference

Tom from Chicago asks:

Is there a such call as umpire interference?

Yes. The first type of umpires interference occurs when a batted ball hits the umpire without first going... Read More

Changing Pitchers In The Middle Of an At Bat

Kat Steckler from Kansas asks:

Can the manager change pitchers in the middle of an at bat?

Yes. A manager can change pitchers in the middle of an at bat as long as the previo... Read More

Retouching After a Foul Ball

Brad from Guelph asks:

Is there any rule stating that baserunners (with a leadoff) must return and touch the base after a foul ball or time is called?

Yes! When the ball goes... Read More

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