Bases loaded, 2-2 count, pop foul ball, pitcher and catcher collide trying to catch, should an error be charged on that play when batter gets a hit on next pitch?

by Ric Cook
(Winston Salem, NC, YSA)

Ric asked: Bases loaded, 2-2 count, pop foul ball, pitcher and catcher collide trying to catch.

Should an error be charged on that play when batter gets a hit on next pitch?


Rick answered: Ric, thank you for your question.

Rule 9.12 Errors

An error is a statistic charged against a fielder whose action has assisted the team on offense, as set forth in this rule, 9.12

a) The official scorer shall charge an error against any fielder:

(1) Whose misplay (fumble, muff or wild throw) prolongs the time at bat of a batter......

The error should be charged to the player most responsible for the collision, if that is determinable.

The error comes as a result of the defense extending that players time at bat, resulting in a base hit.


Yours in baseball,

Rick