Base Running Interference: Is a Runner Out?

Question
A base runner is hit with a batted ball before it passes an infielder other than the pitcher, is she out?

Answer
Hi Cory,

If it's a fair batted ball and the runner is not standing on a base...

We have a dead ball, runner is out and b-r is awarded 1st base. All other runners return to the last base touched at the time of the interference, unless forced.

Mark

Addressing Time Limits and Stalling in Fastpitch Games

Softball Youth Coach Pitch Play Analysis: Close Call & Umpire Decision

Softball: Softball Sizes for 8U Girls Fastpitch: What Ball to Use?; Clarifying the International Tiebreaker Rule in Fastpitch Softball; Baseball Play Analysis: Runner's Appeal and Ball in Circle Ruling; Safely Returning to Softball Slides After Ankle Injury; Base Running Rules: Sliding - Are There Mandatory Slides?; Home Plate Rule Confusion: Was a Runner Out Correctly?; Uncaught Third Strike: Does the Batter Advance?; Slow-Pitch Baseball: Interference Call Explained - Was It Correct?; Foul Tip vs. Foul Ball: Understanding Baseball Rules

Outdoor Sports

Fly Fishing for Pike: Expert Tips for Summer Success

ANGLER’S MAIL is No.1 for predator fishing advice and tips, with top pike anglers in the t

Full Cheek Snaffle: Preventing Lugging in Horse Racing - Haughton Bit Explained

Question full cheek snaffle hello sir, may i know how does a FULL CHEEK SNAFFLE prevent

Master Lake Fishing: Expert Tips & Techniques for Success

Welcome to our section on lake fishing tips. This page was developed to help fishermen improve