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Steals & Coverage

Strike 'Em Out, Throw 'Em Out

K + C → 2B = double play

The batter swings through strike three while the runner is stealing. The catcher catches it clean and fires to second for a strikeout–caught-stealing double play.

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Ball Bag Backup

Coaching notes

Key point

On a swinging third strike with a runner going, the strikeout is out one — the catcher's clean transfer and throw turns it into two.

Drill

Receive-and-throw reps on strike three: catch it clean, quick feet, accurate throw to the covering infielder.

Watch for

The catcher relaxing on strike three — the runner is already moving, so transfer and throw without celebrating.