⚾ Situation
You are the first baseman. There is a runner on 3rd and there is 1 out. Game is tied, 2nd inning.
A sharp grounder is hit straight to you.
Where do you go with the ball?
✔ Answer
You may have a chance to get the runner at home. If the runner breaks and you have a clear throw, fire it home.
If the runner doesn't break or you don't have the throw, go to 1st. Another out makes it 2 outs — you still have time to win.
💡 Decision Tips
- 1 out = you can afford to take the sure out at 1st
- Tied game in the 2nd — lots of baseball left, don't gamble
- Sharp grounder = quick play — check R3 immediately
- If runner is less than halfway home, take 1st for the easy out
- Errant throw home with 1 out puts runner on base AND scores a run
ALSO SEE: 1st-7 (R on 3rd, 0 outs) · 1st-9 (R on 3rd, 2 outs)