Hunter Bigge Hit by Ball
Hunter Bigge is a professional baseball pitcher. In a game, he was hit by a batted ball or pitch, a common on-field incident. Such events are reviewed by umpires to determine if the ball was fair and whether the pitcher was in the act of delivery.
What Happens When a Pitcher Is Hit
MLB rules address when a pitcher is struck by a batted ball. If the ball hits the pitcher while he is in the act of pitching, the play is typically dead, and baserunners advance if they were forced. The umpire’s judgment determines whether the hit was incidental or caused by the pitch.
Why Hit-by-Pitch Incidents Matter
Being hit by a ball can affect a pitcher’s rhythm, safety, and team strategy. Teams monitor pitch counts and injury risk after such plays. For detailed MLB rules on this situation, see the official rulebook at https://www.mlb.com/official-information/rules.
