on deck batter

[NFump]

Originally Posted by Rich Ives

The overthrow went to the OD batter who picked it up and tossed it to F1.

Or do you suppose the catcher was backing up the plate instead of being at it?

Do you think the catcher would move after a loose ball? How big is the foul territory on this field? How fast was the ball moving after being deflected? You don't know where the catcher was or how far from the ball he was.

By picking up the ball the offense has deprived the defense of an opportunity to make a play. (i.e. hindered or impeded)