⚾ Situation
You are the first baseman. Bases are loaded with 0 outs.
Middle of the game, your team is down by two. A ground ball is hit halfway between you and the pitcher's mound.
Where do you throw?
✔ Answer
Throw home. Give the catcher a chance at a double play — catcher throws back to you or the pitcher at 1st.
Can't allow more runs when an easy force at home exists. Bases loaded means every base is a force out — but home stops the run.
💡 Decision Tips
- Bases loaded = force at every base, including home
- Down by 2 = can't afford to give up more runs
- 0 outs = DP chance: home to 1st (catcher throws back)
- Pitcher covers 1st on all balls hit to the 1B side
- Quick release to home — catcher can turn two if the throw is on time
ALSO SEE: 1st-20 (Bases loaded, 1 out) · 1st-21 (Bases loaded, 2 outs)