Thursday trivia: Intentionally dropped pop-up… What’s the call?

It’s time for another edition of Thursday trivia!

Here’s this week’s first question:

With a runner on first and one out, a batter hits a weak pop-up directly to the second baseman. Instead of catching the ball for the out, the second baseman intentionally drops the ball, picks it up and steps on second for the force-out. He throws to first for a double-play.

What’s the call?

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While you think it over, here’s a science channel clip about science of fielding a baseball.

(Check out that patch on their shoulders. Pretty nifty, eh?)

Related: Browse our selection of baseball jerseys.

Play like you’re a Michoacán prince with Nike’s Air Huarache baseball cleats

Contrary to what the name implies, Nike’s Air Huarache baseball cleats aren’t sandals.

But they’re similar in a lot of ways:

• They’re comfortable. Just like their Mexican sandal namesake, Nike’s Air Huarache metal baseball cleats feel good. These baseball cleats feature a full-length Phylon midsole with Air Sole unit for comfort and response.



• They’re durable. A good pair of huaraches can last 10 years or longer. Nike’s Air Huarache metal baseball cleats can take a beating too, thanks to their rugged synthetic leather upper and V9 outsole.
• They’re lightweight. Their high-performance design makes it easy to move around on the field.
• They’re stylish. Huaraches look great on the beach. Air Huaraches look great on a diamond.

For all the similarities, there is still one difference between huarache sandals and Nike’s Air Huaraches:

• Ankle support. Sandals aren’t going to help much in that area. But Nike’s Air Huarache metal baseball cleats feature a sturdy mid-top fit and an ankle strap for superior fit and support.

Get them at Baseball Express for $89.99.

Related: Browse our selection of metal baseball cleats.

Swing in style with a Mizuno Adult Premier Piped Batting Jersey

Practice is serious business. It’s where good baseball players become great baseball players.

Ask any big-time baseball player, and they’re not going to tell you that they were born with a .400 average and top-notch fielding skills. They had to work for it.

Practice is serious. And if you’re going to get serious about practice, you’ll need a serious batting jersey.

Look no further than Mizuno’s Adult Premier Piped Batting Jersey.

For a limited time, you can take $5 off the $24.99 retail price. That means you can get a Mizuno batting jersey for $19.99.

These batting practice jerseys are designed for optimal movement and range of motion. There won’t be anything holding you back when you stretch and warm up.

That means you’ll be at your best in the cage, at BP and at practice.

The cut on the Mizuno batting practice jersey is specifically designed for the motions of a baseball swing, and the high-density weave will keep the wind from chilling you off.

It has piping along the shoulders for a sleek look, and the blank front means it’s perfect for personalizing with your team’s logo or name. Give us a call at 1.800.937.4824 to get more details on printing and embroidery.

Related: Check out our entire selection of batting practice jackets.

Pro Flare pants, Pro Flare Pants, Lookin’ like a pro with your Pro Flare pants

Yeah, we’re sorry about the title. We know that joke is played out by know.

But we’ll tell you one thing that’s not played out: Rawlings’ Pro Flare baseball pants.

These bad boys are stylish. They look great — just like what the pros wear — and they’re comfortable.

When you put them on, you’ll love the comfortable, rugged fabric and the loose, baggy fit over the thigh areas. These pants have flared bottoms, perfect for a comfortable fit around your cleats.

The Rawlings Pro Flare baseball pants have also got all of the Rawlings pro-preferred features like gripper elastic to keep your shirt from coming untucked, an action gusset in the crotch and pocket tie downs.

Get them for $44.99.

These pants are some of the best you’ll find in baseball or softball. More than 250 shoppers have returned to our site to give stellar reviews on them.

Most said they liked the Pro Flare’s comfortable fit, and some complimented the attractive design. Others complimented its durable fabric and flattering cut.

Check out all of the reviews and all of our styles of Pro Flare pants: We’ve got them in piped, solid and pinstripe designs.

Related: View our entire selection of baseball pants.