🏃♂️Base runners must indicate their intent to advance to second base.
🔀The direction a runner turns after passing first base determines their liability to be tagged out.
⚾️The rule of overrun protection provides runners with a chance to advance without being tagged out.
👥Going into foul territory or turning right indicates to the umpire that the runner has no intention of advancing.
🔄Turning left towards the infield is not in itself a reason for the defensive team to tag the runner out.
Why do base runners turn left instead of right?
—Base runners turn left instead of right to indicate to the umpire that they have no intention of advancing to the next base.
What happens if a base runner turns right?
—If a base runner turns right, it indicates an intent to try to advance to the next base. This makes them liable to be tagged out.
Is there a rule regarding overrun protection?
—Yes, overrun protection allows the runner to be safe until they attempt to advance. It applies at first base and home plate.
Why do runners go into foul territory?
—Runners go into foul territory to show the umpire that they do not plan to advance. It is a fundamental part of the game.
Is turning left towards the infield against the rules?
—No, turning left towards the infield is not against the rules. It is just an action that indicates an intent to not advance.
00:00This video discusses a play in which a base runner turns left towards the infield instead of right towards foul ground.
00:18The rule states that a runner must indicate their intent to advance to second base.
00:35Overrun protection at first base allows runners to over slide without being tagged out.
01:10Going into foul territory or turning right indicates that the runner does not intend to advance.
02:20Turning left towards the infield is not a reason for the defensive team to tag the runner out.
