In 2023, MLB has made some major rule changes. These changes were tested in the minor leagues last year and are being adopted in the big leagues this year. Some other changes were made a few years ago. Some rules have been for a very long time. This quiz will test your knowledge of baseball rules. Let's see how much you know!
Can a player carry his bat around the bases with him?
At the start of a play, other than the catcher, what fielder can line up in foul territory?
When did the 1st and 3rd base coaches start wearing batting helmets?
How much does a MLB baseball weigh?
As of a few years ago, how many batters must a relief pitcher pitch to before being removed?
As of a few years ago, in extra innings, what change was made?
What happens if a batter fouls off a ball when there are already 2 strikes on the batter?
What is the size of the 'pitching rubber' that a pitcher must start from?
Prior to the 9th inning, how many mound visits can a team have?
Batters must be in the batters box and alert to the pitcher by the _____second mark.
When did MLB introduce interleague play?
If a catcher drops a swing and a miss on a third strike on the batter, what is true?
Why was the change regarding infield shifts made?
When a runner is on base, how many times can the pitcher throw to that base?
What happens if a batted ball lands in the field of play and bounces over the outfield wall?
The 'infield fly' rule is not in effect if ______base is empty.
If an outfielder catches a fly ball but then falls over the outfield fence, what is true?
Which team always bats 1st in a game?
As of 2023, between pitches there is a _____second timer with runners on base.
As of this 2023, between pitches there is a _____second timer with the bases empty.
As of this year, what change was made regarded infield shifts?
When the DH rule was adopted, that meant that _______no longer had to bat during games.
An official game can be said to be complete (when disrupted by rain) after ______innings.
What is the maximum length of a baseball bat?
