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Bunt Defense - Runner On First
Thursday, December 09, 2010 8:14:52 AM
Posted by gdzierzon


(video courtesy of www.baseballrox.com)

Situation
There is a runner on first base, the ball is bunted towards first.

Defense Responsibilities
  • Pitcher - Crashes in on bunt
  • Catcher - Play bunt if ball is close
  • 1st Base - Crashes in on bunt
  • 3rd Base - Crashes in on bunt, after ball is fielded, covers 3rd to avoid additional base taken
  • 2nd Base - Covers 1st
  • Short Stop - Covers 1st
  • Right Field - Backs up first, anticipating an overthrow
  • Center Field - Backs up 2nd anticipating an overthrow
  • Left Field - Backs up 2nd anticipating an overthrow
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