batting out of order

[mbyron]

Originally posted by largeone59
Just to make sure i'm getting this right, i'll put some names up to make it clear...

The order is:

6th- Mike
7th- Fred
8th- Bob

Situation: Mike is due up, but Fred bats instead and singles. Mike comes to bat and (a) defense appeals immediately or (b) defense appeals after pitch to Mike.

Ruling: (a) Proper batter (Mike) is declared out, and Fred comes off first and is now the proper batter.

(b) The pitched legalized Fred's single, so Bob is now the proper batter.


Correct?

Yes. Mike leaves the plate, Bob inherits his count (1 ball or 1 strike).