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Can a Runner Always Tag Up?

Little League Runner Advancing on a Wild Pitch

Mark Goodfellow from Michigan asks:

How many bases can you steal on a wild pitch when playing little league rules?

There is no maximum amount of bases you can steal on a wild... Read More

Taking a Bat Out Of The Game

Robbie Northcutt from Estill Springs, TN asks:

Can an ump take a bat out of a game that he says has a crack without showing the coach of the team the crack?

There is no rule ... Read More

Pitcher Loses Hat During The Delivery

George Haskett from Richmond, IN asks:

The pitcher keeps losing his hat during his delivery. Is there a ruling about this?

There is no rule that covers a pitcher losing... Read More

Batter Returning To First In Fair Territory

BJ De Lorenzo from Liverpool, England asks:

Batter-runner safe at first and is walking back to the base in fair territory. Is this ok?

Yes, there is no rule regarding w... Read More

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