Question:

What can I do with extra time during batting practice?

Base Hit Round

Each player in a small group gets additional swings. If they get a base hit, they stay in the batter's box. If they don't, they are replaced by the next hitter who is waiting just outside the batting practice cage. Let the batting practice pitcher decide what counts as a hit.

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