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what is a hit and run
by Chris Gonzalez
Chris asked: What is a hit and run? The outfielders all have to adjust their thinking as to where the throw will go, based on what they see in front of them. Ideally, a right handed hitter is looking to hit the ball hard on the ground, behind the runner, that is to right field. Generally the second baseman moves to cover the base, which leaves a big hole on that side of the field. With a left handed hitter up, more often the shortstop is covering the base and the hitter is looking to hit the ball towards left field, through the area vacated by the shortstop. Biggest coaching point is to hit the ball hard, on the ground, somewhere. Fly balls and pop ups often result in double plays. It is always a requirement that the hitter swing at the pitch, to cover for the runner. The hit and run is an excellent way to jump start an offense on a sluggish day, or force one of your hitters in a slump to have to swing and stop thinking so much. The same thing can be run as a bunt and run, substituting the hitter bunting, rather than swinging away. Just as exciting, as it forces the defense to move and think on the run. I hope this provides some insight into this very exciting part of the game. The hit and run and bunt and run are terrific offensive weapons. Yours in baseball, Rick |
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