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Expert: - 8/24/2009


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how would you score an unassisted triple play on a scorecard?

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Larry:

In this scenario as an example:

1.  Runners on first and second, no outs

2.  On the pitch, both runners are running

3.  Batter hits a line drive to the shortstop, who catches it close to second base, steps on second to record the out on the runner from second, then tags the runner from first base who is close due to running on the pitch.

In the book, record U-TP / L-6, in the hitters box

In the runner on seconds box, record U-6 and the same for the runner at first U-6

Very rare indeed and a moment to remember when they do.

In 46 years of playing and coaching I have only been involved in two triple plays, both were assisted, which are more numerous due to more available circumstances that let them occur.

Thanks for the question.

Yours in baseball,

Rick  

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I can answer all questions relating to the fundamentals of baseball from t-ball to college, individual and team instruction, game strategy, drills, practice organizaton, coaching philosophies and, last, but not least, the mental game.

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4 years little league 4 years high school baseball( 2 varsity) 2 years junior college baseball 1 summer, Central Illinois Collegiate League, Galesburg, Pioneers 2 years, four year college

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Retired teacher 31 years (retired 4) 36 years high school baseball coaching/15 as a head coach/19 varsity asst, 2010 was the 36th. I am in my 10th year as a coach for the Arizona Diamondbacks Training Centers, the official youth baseball and fast pitch softball camps of The Arizona Diamondbacks.

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