Live Ball

Tom Cook · #1 (**permalink**) Tue Apr 25, 2000, 06:08pm

This situation has me confused. B1 bunts, drops the bat in fair territory (no interference) the ball hits the bat (still in fair territory) This is still a live ball isn't it?

refjef40 · #2 (**permalink**) Wed Apr 26, 2000, 04:55pm

unless the bat is intentionally thrown at the ball the ball is fair and in play.

Tom Cook · #3 (**permalink**) Mon May 01, 2000, 05:49pm

Correct, this is a live ball. Rule 1:4:4 EXCEPTION: A discarded bat by the batter or the catcher's mask and helmet are not examples of loose equipment. They are considered part of the playing field.

db · #4 (**permalink**) Tue May 02, 2000, 09:51am

Good call Tom!