⚾ Situation
You are the first baseman. Bases are loaded with 1 out.
Late in the game, your team is ahead by three runs. A ground ball is hit to you.
Where do you throw?
✔ Answer
Throw home — force the runner. No risky tag when there's a force at home. Don't allow another run regardless of the run spread.
Bases loaded means home plate is a force out. The catcher just has to catch the ball and touch the plate.
💡 Decision Tips
- Bases loaded = force at home, no tag needed
- Ahead by 3 — still don't give up free runs
- Home is the priority throw with bases loaded, any out count
- Catcher can turn DP: home to 1st (pitcher covers)
- Never assume the lead is safe — stop every run you can
ALSO SEE: 1st-19 (Bases loaded, 0 outs) · 1st-21 (Bases loaded, 2 outs)