Is a runner out if hit by a batted ball?

Runner Hit By Batted Ball – Not always Out! A runner should not be called out when struck by a batted ball that deflects off a fielder, including the pitcher. The runner is not out unless the fielder near the ball has a chance to make a legitimate play on the ball and the runner interferes with the fielder.

What if a ball hits a runner?

If a batted ball hits a runner while the infield fly rule is in effect, and the runner is not touching a base, the ball is dead, the runner is out on interference, and the batter is out on the infield fly. If a batted ball hits a runner over foul territory, the ball is deemed dead, and it is a foul ball.

What happens when a batted ball hits a runner in fair territory softball?

If a batted ball hits a runner in fair territory, the umpire must determine whether or not contact with the ball was deliberate. If the umpire determines that the runner intentionally made contact with a batted ball or otherwise hindered a fielder from making a play on a batted ball, the runner is called out.

How is it scored when a batted ball hits a runner?

When a batter hits a ball which hits a runner before a fielder has a chance to play the ball, it’s a dead ball, the runner is out, and the batter is awarded first base. But according to scoring rule 10.05 (a) (5), it is scored a hit! …

What happens if a batted ball hits an umpire?

If a batted ball hits an umpire before it passes an infielder, the ball is dead (award first base to the batter and one base each to any runners that are forced). Umpire interference also occurs when the plate umpire interferes with the catcher’s attempt to prevent a stolen base.

When can a base runner run on a fly ball?

By rule, baserunners must tag up when a hit ball is caught before it bounces by a fielder, and in such situations, are out if any fielder with possession of the ball touches their starting base before they do. After a legal tag up, runners are free to attempt to advance, even if the ball was caught in foul territory.

What happens when a runner interferes with a fielder?

If any member of the batting team (including the coaches) interferes with a fielder’s right of way to field a thrown ball, the runner on whom the play is being made shall be ruled out.

What happens if a line drive hits the umpire?

For example, if a line drive strikes the first base umpire, who is positioned behind the fielder and caroms into the hands of the first baseman, it is not a legal catch because the ball is no longer in flight. Any thrown ball that strikes an umpire remains in play unless it becomes lodged in the umpire’s equipment.

Can a batter run back towards home?

The batter/runner is entitled to the entire base path and is permitted to retreat towards home, but not touch or go beyond (backwards). Retreating beyond home would be considered running the bases backwards making a travesty of the game, and the batter would be called out.