About Matt Smith Expertise I can answer pretty much any question dealing with rules of the game and players of the game after 1998. I know a little before this time period but the vast majority of my knowledge is 1998 to present.
Experience I have been a baseball fanatic since I was 4. I am 28 now.
Publications ezinearticles.com and my web-site www.smithbaseball.com
Education/Credentials HS Graduate, Veterinary Medicine certification and Broadcasting School graduate.
Question If a run scores on a Fielder's choice, does the batter earn an RBI? Also, I am pretty sure that if a run scores on an error allowing the batter to reach first base, then no RBI is earned. Is that correct? thanks
Answer I do believe you are correct. I know that in order for the batter to recieve a RBI, it has to be a productive at-bat. Runs scoring on an error cannot be considered an RBI. One that I do not agree with, and I think should be changed is not counting walks as at-bats. I think the OBP and average should be reflected including walks because I think walks are very productive however, the batter does recieve an RBI if he walks with the bases loaded. Hope this helps.
