[CEROVFC]

Hi, wondering if people can help me with some baseball questions.

1) what constitutes a pitch? If a pitcher drops the ball at the mound (after going through his full range of motion) is that a pitch?
2) is a baseball player allowed to go backwards? i.e. if he's on third, can he steal second base by running back? how would it be scored?
3) are there any other ways for a runner to get on base besides:
-hit
-walk
-hit by pitch
-catcher's interference
-dropped third strike
-fielder's choice
-error
4) can a pitcher bounce a strike in? i.e. have it bounce of the ground but still go through the strike zone? or if a pitch touches the ground before reaching the plate (and the batter odesn't swing) automatically a ball
5) are other basemen allowed to block bases? We see the catcher is allowed to "block the plate" . Is this in the rules? Does the rules say a catcher can get in the runners way wihtout having possession of the ball?

[Freddie_Brown20]

3) Balk

[CEROVFC]

Originally Posted by Freddie_Brown20

3) Balk

Negative. Balk can only advance runners already on base.

[fighterforlife]

Originally Posted by Freddie_Brown20

3) Balk

Not sure what Freddy is referring to here but your first example is a balk by the pitcher for dropping the ball if he was in contact with the pitching rubber.

You ve listed the ways to get on base.
you don't need to say catcher's interference specifically. It can be any player. Catcher's interference usually refers to the bat hitting the catchers glove. Obstrction is another way I guess.
Since your asking, I am sure there is a reason.
So I would say interference/ Obstruction

You can't run backwards. Any action making a "mockery" of the game is illegal.

No, you can't bounce pitches for called strikes. But if you swing, you better hit it. Cuz it will be a strike if you miss.

[Freddie_Brown20]

Originally Posted by CEROVFC

Negative. Balk can only advance runners already on base.

Thanks I didn't know that I mean you don't see it to often.

[fighterforlife]

Originally Posted by CEROVFC

Hi, wondering if people can help me with some baseball questions.

1) what constitutes a pitch? If a pitcher drops the ball at the mound (after going through his full range of motion) is that a pitch?
2) is a baseball player allowed to go backwards? i.e. if he's on third, can he steal second base by running back? how would it be scored?
3) are there any other ways for a runner to get on base besides:
-hit
-walk
-hit by pitch
-catcher's interference
-dropped third strike
-fielder's choice
-error
4) can a pitcher bounce a strike in? i.e. have it bounce of the ground but still go through the strike zone? or if a pitch touches the ground before reaching the plate (and the batter odesn't swing) automatically a ball
5) are other basemen allowed to block bases? We see the catcher is allowed to "block the plate" . Is this in the rules? Does the rules say a catcher can get in the runners way wihtout having possession of the ball?

To answer your question assuming no one is on base. No Pitch unless the ball rolled past a foul line

[David Koresh]

Originally Posted by CEROVFC

Hi, wondering if people can help me with some baseball questions.

1) what constitutes a pitch? If a pitcher drops the ball at the mound (after going through his full range of motion) is that a pitch?
2) is a baseball player allowed to go backwards? i.e. if he's on third, can he steal second base by running back? how would it be scored?
3) are there any other ways for a runner to get on base besides:
-hit
-walk
-hit by pitch
-catcher's interference
-dropped third strike
-fielder's choice
-error
4) can a pitcher bounce a strike in? i.e. have it bounce of the ground but still go through the strike zone? or if a pitch touches the ground before reaching the plate (and the batter odesn't swing) automatically a ball
5) are other basemen allowed to block bases? We see the catcher is allowed to "block the plate" . Is this in the rules? Does the rules say a catcher can get in the runners way wihtout having possession of the ball?

I dont think its a pitch unless the ball reaches the plate without touching the ground.

Players cannot steal bases backwards. I can't think of a reason when that would even be a good strategy. However, a player can round a base during a play and decide not to commit to the next base. This is often how pickles get started.

Fielders are not allowed to block the base-paths. Its illegal. Home plate is the only exception. If you you ever see a short-stop/2nd baseman turn a double play, you'll always see them jump out of the way when the runner is siding into second - this is mainly so they don't get their ass spiked the runner.

[RollinDownRodeo]

I cheated because I looked this up but I believe a batter can reach first on a fielder's interference (not catcher's interference). Like if a ball if batted weakly up the first base line and the pitcher or first basemen obstruct the runner.

[boxing_kangaroo]

Originally Posted by RollinDownRodeo

I cheated because I looked this up but I believe a batter can reach first on a fielder's interference (not catcher's interference). Like if a ball if batted weakly up the first base line and the pitcher or first basemen obstruct the runner.

correct and this does happen.

[boxing_kangaroo]

Originally Posted by David Koresh

I dont think its a pitch unless the ball reaches the plate without touching the ground.

Players cannot steal bases backwards. I can't think of a reason when that would even be a good strategy. However, a player can round a base during a play and decide not to commit to the next base. This is often how pickles get started.

Fielders are not allowed to block the base-paths. Its illegal. Home plate is the only exception. If you you ever see a short-stop/2nd baseman turn a double play, you'll always see them jump out of the way when the runner is siding into second - this is mainly so they don't get their ass spiked the runner.

its still a pitch if it is in the dirt....its just a ball unless the catcher cant controll it then its a wild pitch/pass ball. Your second point is correct. however, if the fielder is fielding a grounder on the line the bass runner has to hold up...they cannot barrel through them, i was fielding a grounder like this at 2nd when i was barrelled over, tottally destroyed my shoulder that prick. speaking of being spiked....i got spiked on the edge of the 2nd base cutout yesterday by this wanker, the throw went to home plate and the adancing runner into 2nd thought he'd try and spike me even though i was 2 metres away from the bag towards centre/left