What does “Dead Ball Line” mean?
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Definition: Dead Ball Line
Definition: The boundary marking the field’s out-of-play area. Any ball crossing this line becomes a dead ball.
Rule/Context Note: Affects overthrow awards and runner advancement.
When It Matters: Overthrows, live-ball appeals, errant throws.
Interlinks: Live Ball • Ground Rule Double • Overthrow
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Term:Dead Ball Line
Type:Glossary Term
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