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No, it would require a defensive error(s) to stretch a bunt into a home run - a fielder throwing the ball into the stands, or the like.
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Did Mickey Mantle bunt to a home run?
He sure did..
Who covers third if the third baseman is covering home and there is a play at first?
That situation sounds somewhat similar to what is called the rotation play or wheel play in bunt situations. During a bunt situation, usually the first baseman and third baseman cover the bunt while the second baseman will cover first base and the shortstop will cover third base. In the situation you describe it sounds like the shortstop would be the defensive player to cover third base.
What happens if you bunt a home run?
Nothing, it would still be considered a home run. But it's safe to say that this will never happen. It's physically impossible to bunt a ball over the outfield wall. Also, even if the ball was bunted and the runner reached first base safely, he would only be able to continue rounding the bases on throwing errors.
When someone bunts the ball and runs to first and the fielder throws to home trying to get the out there does the bunt-er have a hit or a sacrifice as no one was put out?
I would consider it a hit/bunt. It is a sacrifice bunt if the bunter knows they will get out so another runner can advance or get a run. Hope this kind of helps
In baseball how do you send a runner home early with a squeeze bunt?
A squeeze bunt refers to a play in baseball where the runner from 3rd runs home as the ball is being pitched as if he is trying to steal home, but the batter bunts the ball. This is a risky play because if the batter misses the ball your runner from 3rd is basically running into an out at home, but if executed properly it is very difficult to get the runner at 3rd out since he had a head start. It is essientially a hit and run type play with the batter bunting. There is no proper way to send a runner, except the runner will want to leave as soon as possible (usually when the pitcher starts his delivery to home so he cant get picked off). And from here you just hope the batter gets the bunt down (or at least makes contact for a fould ball), otherwise, your guy from 3rd will be running home when the catcher has the ball ________ To clarify a bit on the answer, not all squeeze bunts occur as described; in actuality, the squeeze play comes in two varieties: safety and suicide. The example given above -- wherein the runner at third leaves as the pitch is being thrown -- would be a "suicide squeeze," as the runner is "dead" if the bunt is not successful. A safety squeeze would be where the runner holds his place until the ball reaches the batter, then continues home if the bunt is successful, or goes back to the bag if no contact is made. In either event, the proper way to send the runner is to have them mirror the third baseman. When the defensive team recognizes the potential for a bunt, the corner infielders (1st and 3rd basemen) will slowly move down their respective baselines and towards home plate as the pitcher is making his windup. The runner at third should follow a step behind the third baseman, going as far down the line as the baseman goes. This tactic allows the runner to safely gain a strong lead from the bag, thus shortening his distance to home in the event the bunt is successful, but also allows him to return from to the bag without being tagged or thrown out in the event that no bunt is made.
Should people without a hunting licence be able to have a gun?
I think that if you don't have a felony involving a firearm, you can have a gun in your home for defensive purposes.
What does the term home run mean?
Ball is hit over the outfield fence, or batter runs through the bases without an error by the defensive team and reaches home safely.
Is it possible for a batter to get a sacrifice bunt if the bases are loaded If so How?
It would be possible but very unlikely. According to MLB Rule 10.09(a): "Score a sacrifice bunt when, before two are out, the batter advances one or more runners with a bunt and is put out at first base, or would have been put out except for a fielding error." MLB Rule 10.09(b) states: "Score a sacrifice bunt when, before two are out, the fielders handle a bunted ball without error in an unsuccessful attempt to put out a preceding runner advancing one base.". It would be very difficult to sacrifice with the bases loaded since when the defense sees the batter turn around to bunt their first thought would be to field the bunt and throw home to get the lead runner on a force out. Home would be the closest base to the fielder that fields the bunt so that would be the first base they would throw to. That would make a sacrifice bunt very difficult. However, if the fielder threw home and the runner from third beat the throw (maybe the runner was running with the pitch) and was called safe, the batter could be credited with a sacrifice per rule 10.09(b) above. This type of play, where the batter attempts a bunt when the runner from third base takes off for home when the pitch is delivered, is called a 'suicide squeeze'. Or, if the fielder made a poor throw and the runner was called safe at home, the batter could be credited with a sacrifice per rule 10.09(a) above. The 'suicide squeeze' play is something you might see a few times per season. It got its name from the fact that if the bunter misses the ball, or maybe the defense senses the play and calls for a pitchout, the runner coming home from third is going to be easily tagged out by the catcher.
How can you score from third but not from second?
The bases must be run in order -- 1st, then 2nd, then 3rd, then home. You score a run by touching each in succession. So if you are on 2nd -- you must proceed to 3rd before going to home plate. To score from 2nd, you basically need a hit or a defensive error. But you can score from 3rd with a sac bunt or an outfield fly. There are simply a lot more offensive options to get a run in from 3rd.
Is a squeeze bunt a hit?
It would depend on the situation: - If the runners are all safe and the out went to 1st and the batter was out, then it would be a Sac Bunt - If the play went to any other base/home (no matter if they are safe or out) then it would be a Fielders Choice - If on the bunt, it is determined that the batter would have been safe at 1st even if the play would have went directly to 1st, then it would be a hit
What will break something a home run or a sacrifice bunt?
A Home Run probably won't break a bat, because the action of the bat breaking will reduce the distance the ball will fly. A bunt probably won't break a bat, either. But you could break a finger or an ankle in either case. Either one could break a record.
Why is a batter out on a bunt on the second strike?
A bunt is typically designed to advance a base runner. It is most often employed when the infield is playing deep. As a bunt attempt increases the odds of making contact with the ball, bunts are often used by National League pitchers who aren't paid for their skill at the plate. A sacrifice bunt designed to advance a runner from first or second base is generally laid down in the area between the mound and first base - behind the runner. A bunt designed to advance a runner from third base is generally placed between the mound and third base. Bunts can also be attempted for a base hit. A "suicide squeeze" is one of the most exciting plays in baseball. It results when a runner on third base breaks for home on the pitch as the batter attempts a bunt. A bunt made with two strikes that rolls foul is a third strike and the batter is out. This differs from other foul balls.
