Quote:
Originally Posted by Jay R
Q. Count 2-2. On the pitch, the batter swings, tips the ball and it goes back sharply and just off the catcher’s right thumb and then into his chest protector, where he smothers the ball. The umpire calls the batter out.
A. True
Why is this one true? I thought it had to go directly to the catcher's glove.
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As long as it hit the hand or glove first it's a foul tip - strike. See 2.00 Foul Tip