When sliding into a base in an attempt to break up a double play, a runner has to make a "bona fide slide." Such is defined as the runner making contact with the ground before reaching the base, being ...
When catcher interference occurs, the umpire will allow the play to progress because the outcome of the play may be more desirable than the interference. In that case, the offensive manager can elect ...
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates saw another game come to a disappointing conclusion, but in even worse fashion than anticipated. The Pirates had a chance to tie the game or take the lead with the ...