Runners hit by batted balls

[MichaelVA2000]

Originally Posted by Tabe

As a bit of an intro:

This is my first post here. I am not an official, nor do I coach anymore. I've come here looking for explanations of rules and things that I can't seem to find anywhere else

As it played out, the umpire (a high school kid who was in a little over his head) made no verbal announcement of a call. My nephew's coach asked for the runner to be called out, the opposing team argued the runner was safe because he was physically on 3rd when struck. I then said if the runner was on 3rd that the ball was still live, so the catcher threw to 1st to force the batter. After some discussion, the umpire finally ruled - incorrectly - that the ball was a foul ball and play continued.

Any assistance, especially one that points to an official rule, would be most appreciated.

Thanks,
Tabe

Originally Posted by Rich Fronheiser

If it's a fair ball, R3 is out. Place the BR on first. The base is not a safe haven, with the exception of an IFF.

Tabe,

You stated in the above post that you are not an official and do not coach anymore. Why were you asking the umpire any questions? What surprises me is that the umpire answered you.

Umpiring 101:

DO NOT interact with spectators.

I agree with Rich Fronheiser’s answer.