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Expert: - 6/23/2009


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Does the batter have to make an attempt to avoid being hit by a pitched ball in a major league game/

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Armando,

In general, a batter must attempt to avoid a pitch. However, some leniency is given on a fastball, where the batter has very little time to react.

If the batter fails to attempt, the umpire will call the ball dead and a ball will be awarded.

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Anything related to baseball rules.

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I am a baseball umpire. I am certified for High School (NFHS), and work in Missouri (MSHSAA). I also umpire for local leagues that use both NFHS and OBR.

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