Setup:
Runner at third base.
Hitter gets 4 wide and walks to first base.
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Normal 1 base walk.
Catcher steps in and throws the ball to first base.
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Ball from first base to pitcher all is under control.
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Reset setup:
Runner at third base.
Hitter gets 4 wide and walks to first base.
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Catcher steps in but doesn't throw to first base.
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Hitter sees an opportunity and sprints to second base.
Catcher tries to recover and throws to the short stop.
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Ball at the short stop
In this case short stop sees that the runner from third is a bit slow going for home and throws to third base.
Hitter reaches second base (walking double).
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Runner from third base doesn't make it back in time and is tagged.
Making it a defensive play.
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Submitted by: Gary A. Larson
Sub categories: Fielding, Game situation