What's The Point of the Infield Fly Rule?

The video tutorial explains the infield fly rule in baseball and softball, detailing its purpose to prevent unfair double or triple plays when there are runners on base. It outlines the conditions under which the rule applies, such as having less than two outs and runners on first and second or bases loaded. The umpire's discretion in calling the rule is discussed, emphasizing that the rule is meant to prevent easy outs that could disrupt an offensive inning. The tutorial also clarifies why the rule doesn't apply with only a runner on first base.

What is the primary purpose of the infield fly rule?

• To allow infielders to make easy double plays

• To prevent unfair double or triple plays

• To speed up the game

• To give the batter an advantage

When is the batter automatically out under the infield fly rule?

• When the ball is caught by an outfielder

• When the ball is a line drive

• When the ball is hit into the outfield

• As soon as the umpire calls it

Which of the following is NOT a precondition for the infield fly rule?

• A pop-up in the infield

• Less than two outs

• Runners on first and second or bases loaded

• A bunt is hit

What type of hit is subject to the infield fly rule?

• Ground ball

• Line drive

• Bunt

• Pop-up

Why might an umpire choose not to call an infield fly?

• The ball is hit too high

• The batter is running too fast

• The infielder is not camped under the ball

• The ball is in foul territory

What is meant by 'ordinary effort' in the context of the infield fly rule?

• The infielder must jump to catch the ball

• The infielder must run a long distance

• The infielder can catch the ball with minimal effort

• The infielder must dive to catch the ball

Why doesn't the infield fly rule apply with only a runner on first base?

• The batter can easily reach first base

• The runner can be tagged out easily

• The batter is always safe

• The umpire cannot see the play

What happens if the ball hits a runner during an infield fly?

• The runner is safe

• The runner is out

• The play is dead

• The batter is safe

What is the result if an infielder intentionally drops a pop-up under the infield fly rule?

• The runners must advance

• The play continues as normal

• The batter is safe

• The batter is out

How does the infield fly rule maintain fairness in the game?

• By allowing more home runs

• By preventing easy double plays

• By making the game faster

• By giving the defense an advantage