MPCBUA Entrance Exam: Quiz!

The correct answer states that the only non-wood bats that are legal in 2011 are those stamped with the BBCOR logo. This means that any non-wood bat without the BBCOR stamp is not allowed and would be considered illegal for use in the 2011 season.

When R1 is obstructed by F6 while the ball is in the air, it is considered interference. As a result, R1 is awarded the next base, which is third, and the BR (batter-runner) is awarded the base that R1 was going to, which is second. This ruling is consistent with the obstruction rule in baseball.

Since the throw from F5 was wide and lodged in the fence behind first base, R1 is awarded third base. This is because according to the rules, when an outfielder throws the ball out of play, the runner is awarded two bases from the time of the throw. In this case, R1 was already on first base, so he is awarded third base.

The explanation for the given correct answer is that F1 has balked. This is because during his preliminary motion, F1 changed direction without coming to a complete and discernable stop before stepping back off the pitching rubber. This action constitutes a balk, which is an illegal act by the pitcher that results in a penalty.

In this scenario, the batter intentionally kicked the ball while it was rolling foul. According to the rules, intentional contact with a foul ball results in the batter being declared out. Therefore, the correct answer is that the batter is declared out.

R1 is safe because F3 did not legally catch the ball. Since the ball was not caught, R1 did not need to return to first base and therefore cannot be tagged out.

The previous defensive team cannot appeal because they did not do it before all infielders left the field and the catcher had left the dirt area around home plate. In baseball, an appeal must be made before all infielders have left the field and the catcher has left the dirt area around home plate. Since the defensive team did not make the appeal in time, the plate umpire awards the old offensive team a run and the inning continues.

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In this situation, F2, who is the catcher, slowed down and made contact with the batter-runner while he was running legally between home and first base. This is considered obstruction, as the catcher impeded the progress of the batter-runner. According to the rules, when obstruction occurs, the batter-runner is awarded first base. Therefore, the correct answer is "Obstruction, award the batter-runner first base."

When the batter hits a sharp ground ball that passes between F5 and F6 and then hits R2, the ball remains live and in play. This means that the play is still ongoing and the defense can still make a play to get an out or prevent the runners from advancing. In this specific scenario, R2 is out, R3 returns to third base, and the batter is awarded first base. The defense cannot benefit from the ball striking a runner, so the correct answer is that the ball remains live and in play.

In this scenario, R2 was obstructed by F6, so R2 is awarded third base. R1, who was in a rundown with the BR, is forced to return to second base. The BR, who rounded first but noticed R1 returning, is also forced to return to first base. Therefore, R2 is awarded third base, R1 is awarded second base, and the BR is awarded first base.

The correct answer is that the home team is responsible for providing a rosin bag. This means that it is the duty of the home team to supply a rosin bag for the pitcher to use on the pitching mound. Rosin is a substance that pitchers use to improve their grip on the ball, especially in humid or sweaty conditions. Having a rosin bag available ensures that pitchers have the necessary tools to perform at their best.

Following a home run, the offense is restricted to the warning-track area in front of the dugout (approximately 15 feet). This means that they cannot go beyond this area to congratulate the base runners and the hitter. This restriction is likely in place to prevent any excessive celebration or interference with the game.

The replaced P/DH is allowed to continue as the designated hitter (DH) but can only bat in the DH spot. This means that they cannot enter the game in any other capacity, such as playing a defensive position. Additionally, any subsequent DH who replaces the P/DH cannot enter the game in any other capacity either. This rule ensures that the P/DH who was replaced as the pitcher can still contribute to the game offensively, but cannot play a defensive role.

In order for an umpire to judge a half-swing as a strike, the barrel head of the bat must pass the batter's front hip. This means that even if the bat does not fully cross the front edge of the plate or pass the batter's back hip, as long as the barrel head of the bat goes past the batter's front hip, it can be considered a strike. The key factor in determining a half-swing as a strike is the position of the barrel head of the bat in relation to the batter's front hip.

The runner is ruled "safe" because the fielder did not voluntarily release the ball after losing body control. In this situation, the runner slid legally into the base and knocked the fielder off balance. As the fielder attempted to show the umpire the ball, he bobbled it and dropped it to the ground. According to the rules, if a fielder loses control of the ball after being knocked off balance by a runner, the runner is considered safe. Since the fielder did not voluntarily release the ball, the runner is ruled safe.

The correct answer is "None of the above are correct" because none of the options provided accurately describe the consequences for a head coach of the defensive team leaving his position to argue a call. The correct consequences may vary depending on the specific rules and regulations of the sport being played.

The base umpire has the "primary" responsibility of the Force Play Slide Rule at second base. This means that they are primarily responsible for making the call and enforcing the rule in situations where a force play and slide occur at second base. The home plate umpire and whichever umpire has the best look may also play a role in making the call, but the base umpire is the one with the main responsibility.

In this situation, the pitcher bobbled the ball and threw to F5 to tag out R2. However, R2 was obstructed by F6 while running to third base. The BR, who had rounded first base too wide, was then thrown out by F5. The out stands for the third out, so the inning is over. If R3 has not touched home when the BR is called out, the run would not count. The ball is considered "dead" on the obstruction of R2 by F6. Therefore, the umpire should score R3, award R2 third base, and award the BR second base if he had touched first before the obstruction occurred.

The correct answer is "Legal play." In this scenario, the pitcher is allowed to throw directly to third base without stepping off the rubber as long as the runner is attempting to steal the base. Since R2 breaks for third base, the pitcher's throw to F5 in time to retire R2 is considered a legal play. There is no violation of the rules in this situation.

This answer is correct because according to the rules of baseball, when a pitcher is substituted for a position player, a new pitcher is announced and takes the place of the substituted player in the batting order. The DH (Designated Hitter) position is eliminated for the remainder of the game, so the team cannot insert a new DH into the lineup.

The correct answer is when the plate umpire points the ball back into play. This means that once the plate umpire signals that the ball is back in play, the pitch clock will restart. This ensures that the game can continue with the pitcher delivering the pitch within the allotted time.

If the defense appeals, R2 is called out after playing action has ended and no runs score because R2 missed third base. According to the rules of baseball, a runner must touch each base in order and R2 failed to touch third base. Once R2 realized his mistake and started back to third base, it was considered a proper appeal by the defense. Since the appeal was made after R2 had touched home plate and both R3 and R1 had touched home, the playing action had ended. Therefore, R2 is called out and no runs score.

In baseball, with a runner on 2nd base only and two outs, the first base umpire is responsible for a long fly ball down the right field line. This is because the first base umpire is positioned closer to the right field line and has a better view of the play compared to the third base umpire or the home plate umpire. The first base umpire is responsible for making the call on whether the ball is fair or foul, and whether the fielder made a catch or if the ball is in play.

The correct answer is that the batter is out and both R1 and R2 return to their respective bases at the time of the pitch. This is because the batter interfered with the catcher's attempt to throw to third, which nullifies any subsequent play. Therefore, the play is treated as if it never happened, and both runners must return to their original bases.

In this scenario, the batter is not out because the catcher was in the act of throwing to second base and the batter's follow-through unintentionally struck the catcher. Therefore, it is considered a foul ball and the count remains 1-1. R1 goes back to first base because the pitch was not a strike and the batter did not make contact with the ball.

The designated hitter (DH) is eliminated for the game when the pitcher moves to a defensive position. This means that once the pitcher takes a position on the field, the team can no longer use a DH for the remainder of the game. The DH is a player who is designated to bat in place of the pitcher in the lineup. This rule ensures that the game follows a consistent set of rules and does not allow for the pitcher to bat after being replaced by a DH.

B1 is awarded two bases from the time of the pitch but must touch first base before proceeding with the award or be subject to being called out on appeal. This means that B1 is allowed to advance two bases from his original position at the time of the pitch, which in this case is from home plate. However, in order to fully benefit from this award, B1 must touch first base before proceeding to second. If he fails to touch first base and the defense appeals the play, he can be called out.

The correct answer is that the appeal is granted. However, since B2 and R1 did not advance one base, the balk is enforced. This means that R1 is awarded second base and B2 remains at the plate with the count the same as it was before the balk. This is because even though the batter believed the balk was a dead ball, he still had the opportunity to advance to first base but failed to do so. Therefore, the appeal is valid and the balk is enforced.

In this scenario, the base runner did not make a legitimate attempt to reach the plate but instead tried to dislodge the ball from the catcher. The contact made by the base runner was not flagrant, but it was still considered a violation of the rules. As a result, the base runner is declared out and ejected from the game. Additionally, the ball is considered dead, meaning that play stops and no further action can be taken. Therefore, the correct answer is that the base runner is out and the ball is dead.

The batter is out because he missed first base, and since there were two outs at the time of the pitch, no runs may score.

The correct answer is that the batter-runner will be awarded home and the appeal on R2 will not be allowed. This is because the batter-runner advanced to third base on the overthrow, which is considered a dead ball territory. Once a ball is declared dead, any appeal play is no longer valid. Therefore, the appeal on R2 cannot be allowed and the batter-runner is awarded home.

The correct answer states that the runner must make an actual attempt to reach the base, but cannot attempt to dislodge the ball from the fielder. Additionally, the runner must try to avoid a collision if they can reach the base without colliding. This means that the runner must prioritize reaching the base safely over trying to interfere with the fielder or causing a collision.

The correct answer is that in the case of a non-conference game, it must be agreed upon at the plate conference prior to the start of the contest. This means that both teams and the umpires must discuss and agree upon the use of the halted-game rule before the game begins.

Coaches, student athletes, managers, or other non-playing personnel who argue any penalty or timing decision are subject to ejection following a team warning. This means that they will be given a warning as a team, and if any further arguments are raised, they will be ejected from the game. This suggests that there is a protocol in place to address and discourage arguing penalty or timing decisions, with warnings given before more severe consequences such as ejection are imposed.

The correct answer is "Applies at second, third and home." This means that the force-play slide rule is applicable in situations where there is a force play at second base, third base, or home plate. It does not apply to other bases. Additionally, the rule requires that there be contact for interference to be called.

The "Getting the Call Right" philosophy refers to the principle of making accurate and fair calls in a game. In this case, all of the options except for "A catch/no-catch with less than two outs and with runners on base" involve specific situations where the call needs to be made correctly. However, in the given situation, the catch/no-catch call is not subject to the "Getting the Call Right" philosophy because it does not have any specific circumstances or consequences attached to it.

The correct answer is to award R2 and R1 home and place the batter-runner at second. This is because the ball went into the first base dugout, which is considered a dead ball territory. According to the rules, when a ball goes into dead ball territory, all runners are awarded two bases from the last base they legally touched at the time of the pitch. Since R2 was on second base and R1 was on first base, they are both awarded home. The batter-runner, who was on his way to first base, is awarded second base.

When the DH is moved to the mound to pitch, he is considered a new position player and loses his status as the DH. This means that if he is later replaced as the pitcher, he cannot return to the game as a designated hitter. This rule ensures that teams do not have an unfair advantage by having a strong hitter as the DH and then also using them as a pitcher.

The correct answer is stating that the pitching change and mound conference have concluded. This means that once the coach has left the mound and the new pitcher has completed their warm-up pitches, the pitching change is considered finished. The coach is then allowed to stop in the grass area of the infield and give instructions to the infielders without penalty. The umpire does not count this as a new trip for the relief pitcher, unless the coach holds a conference on the grass with the infielders, in which case the relief pitcher must be replaced after pitching to one batter or retiring the side.

The correct answer is "Score three runs and put the batter at third base." In this scenario, the batter successfully executed a suicide squeeze bunt, but the ball rolled into foul territory near the first base foul line. The pitcher instructed the catcher to touch the ball foul, indicating that the ball should be touched while it is still in foul territory. However, the catcher scooped up the ball with the mask he was holding in his throwing hand. According to the rules, if a fielder deliberately touches a ball in foul territory and it subsequently rolls fair, it is considered a foul ball. Therefore, the batter is awarded three runs and is placed at third base.

The starting pitcher is being given a four-game suspension because he physically attacked the home plate umpire after being replaced. This behavior is a serious violation of the rules and warrants a significant punishment to ensure the safety and integrity of the game.

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The correct answer is that umpire interference can only be called when the umpire interferes with the catcher's attempt to throw anywhere or when a fair hit ball touches an umpire before passing all infielders, other than the pitcher, who have a chance to field the ball. In this scenario, the umpire bumped into F4 while he was attempting to cover second base, causing F4 to miss the ball and allowing R1 to advance to third base. Since this does not fall under the criteria for umpire interference, R1 is not returned to first base.

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The base umpire is responsible for the ball going out-of-play on the overthrow because they are positioned near first base and are responsible for making calls on plays at first base. They have the best view of the play and are in the best position to determine if the ball goes out-of-play. The home plate umpire is primarily responsible for calls at home plate and would not have the best view of the overthrow. The umpire who has the best look may vary depending on the specific situation, but in this case, it is the base umpire.

In this scenario, R2 scores and B4 is awarded home because all aspects of the play at the plate are legal. The batter-runner has touched first base before the outfielder releases the ball, and the catcher has caught the ball when R2 slides and knocks it out of the glove. Since the ball goes into a dead ball area, the play is dead and R2 is awarded home.

The given correct answer is "Balk, award R1 second base." This is because according to the rules of baseball, when a pitcher attempts to pick off a runner, they must make a legal move by clearing the ground with their non-pivot foot and landing it closer to the base they are throwing to. In this scenario, the pitcher's non-pivot foot lands closer to third base than it was from the starting position, which is a violation of the rules and considered a balk. As a result, R1 is awarded second base.

In baseball, with a runner on 2nd base and two outs, the third base umpire is responsible for a close play on the batter-runner at 2nd base. This is because the third base umpire has the best angle and view of the play from their position on the field. They are able to make a more accurate call on whether the batter-runner is safe or out at 2nd base.

The play stands because the ball was close enough to F2 that he had to be in his position to field it. This means that F2 was not guilty of obstruction. Since R2 was tagged out before reaching home, the batter does not advance to third base or second base.

In this scenario, F2, the fielder, obstructs R2, the runner, while he is attempting to score on a base hit. F2 moves up the baseline to catch the ball and collides with R2, knocking both of them to the ground. This is considered obstruction by F2 because he interfered with the runner's progress. As a result, R2 is awarded home.

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The correct answer is that the 20-second pitch clock is paused while the catcher talks with his pitcher. This means that the countdown on the pitch clock stops when the catcher requests "time" to go to the mound and have a conversation with the pitcher. The clock will resume once the catcher has finished talking and returns to their position behind home plate.

Both B and C are correct because they provide different perspectives on the color of the pitcher's glove. According to B, white or gray lettering is allowed if it is not distracting to the hitter, indicating that there may be some flexibility in the rule. On the other hand, C emphasizes that the overall color of the glove is the main focus of the rule, suggesting that the intent is to prevent distracting colors. Therefore, both perspectives are valid and contribute to the understanding of the rule regarding the color of the pitcher's glove.