Baseball Instruction/Basball Scoring Scenario

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Expert: John Priest - 5/30/2009


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Bases Loaded. Two Outs. Infield pop fly w/o fly rule in effect.  Ball is dropped by SS.  Batter reaches First.  Runner on Second in hung up and is finally put out in a run down (tagged).  Two runs score in the process.  Do one or both runs count?

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Patrick,
I believe both runs count because they crossed the plate before the third out.  However I cannot find any documentation in any rule book to give you as an example.  I would recommend giving this question to one of the baseball rules experts.

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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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