Can a batter crowd the plate?

Answer 1

If it is an attempted steal of home, or if it is a suicide squeeze play, the batter has the right to be in the batter's box in order to attempt to hit the pitched ball. However, he may not remain there after the attempt if a play is subsequently being made at the plate (for example, on a passed ball, or if the runner on 3rd base is in a rundown).

Answer 2

Yes, but he better watch for high and in balls because the pitcher will be gunning to back him off the base for a better strike zone.

Answer 3

Yes.