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Originally posted by jeisch
A runner is on first base, and a line drive is hit to the shortstop. The shortstop tries to double up the runner on first, who is about 10 feet off the base. The shortstop overthrows first, and he ball goes into the dugout. What base is awarded to the runner on first. The rule says the runner is awarded two bases from his position when the ball is pitched, when such wild throw is the first play by an infielder. Is the overthrow still considered the first play by the infielder, or is that the catch. Does the runner get second or third after going back and tagging up on first?
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You've got the R's position [1st, never reached 2d];
You've got the rule [2 bases from TOP]:
What I don't get is why you would think it is even remotely possible, given that you understand the two items above, that R1 would go only to 2d on a 2-base award?