[nickrego]

Unless F2 is way up the line from chasing a foul ball that went out of play, I give the ball to F2.

And, when balls come back from out of play, I always have F2 catch them, and hand them to me. I also say thank you each time.

It just doesn't look good to miss a throw to F1, or to bobble a ball that has been thrown to you from the dugout.

Also, if you're on a field that has a deep backstop (as it should be), don't make F2 chase a passed ball with no runners on, or a foul ball. Hand him a new ball, and let the on deck batter get it. You will be surprised at how much time is saved.

[Edited by nickrego on Mar 12th, 2006 at 02:11 AM]