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Originally posted by Thaal
Question; Is the batter out Dropped third Strike with first base occupied with less than two out. Or, does the batter get first base for the pitch lodge in umpires paraphernalia.
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The ball becoming lodged in the umpire's paraphernalia does not change rule 6.09 (b). The batter does not become a runner on an uncaught third strike with less than two out and first base occupied. He is not entitled to first base.