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Situation: There is one out or no outs and a runner at second and third. The batter misses a suicide and the third base runner is caught in run down. Question: Should the runner at second advance to third and give up the runner or should he stay at second giving up having a third base runner if they get the runner out which is more than likely??
Jerry,
I would keep the runner at second base. Depending on the level of play you are talking about. If the runner gets to third he will still need a ball through the infield to score, which if on second he can score on a basehit to the outfield. Most upper level teams will be able to cut a runner down trying to score on a routine infield hit.
Thank You,
John Priest
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John Priest
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I can answer all questions regarding baseball fundementals from the little league to the professional level. I have the most knowledge in hitting mechanics and fundamentals and the development of power and batspeed. I can also answer all questions for catchers, pitchers, infielders, and outfielders. I also have experience coaching at the high school and AAU levels. Please no questions about rules and/or rule interpretation. English only please.
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I have played through college, and semi pro baseball. For the past 10 years I have been coaching and providing instruction for all age and ability levels. Numerous clients of mine have gone on to play in college and some are playing in the minor leagues. I have provided coaching and instruction for high schools, training facilities, and the Nokona Baseball Factory.
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Graduated 2009 Associates degree in Science
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