Fielding & Baserunning Basics

Learn the essential fielding and baserunning mechanics in MLB The Show 24. Dominate the diamond with expert tips and strategies for every situation.

Alright, let's talk about making plays in the field and on the basepaths in MLB The Show 24. This isn't just about hitting dingers; you gotta be solid everywhere to win consistently. We'll cover the basics of snagging grounders, tracking fly balls, and making smart decisions when you're running the bases. Get ready to lock down the game!

Fielding Basics:

• Tracking the Ball: When the ball is hit, you'll see a yellow circle or arc indicating where it's going. Your job is to get your fielder inside that zone. Use the left stick to move your player. The closer you are, the easier the catch will be.
• Making the Play: Once you're in position, the game often makes the catch automatically. For ground balls, you might need to press a button to field it cleanly. For fly balls, you'll usually just need to be under it.
• Throwing: After you catch the ball, you'll need to throw it. You can throw to a base by pressing the corresponding button (e.g., Square/X for first base, Triangle/Y for third base, Circle/B for home). Aiming your throw is important – hold L2/LT to aim and use the right stick to select your target. A good, accurate throw gets the runner out. A wild one might let them advance.

Baserunning Basics:

• Advancing Runners: When you hit the ball, your runners will automatically start advancing. You can control them more directly, though. Press R2/RT to make runners go, and L2/LT to make them stop or return to the previous base.
• Taking Extra Bases: Sometimes, you'll want to push your luck and try for an extra base. You can tell a runner to go by holding R2/RT. Be careful, though! If the throw is going to beat them, they might get thrown out.
• Leadoffs and Jumps: As a baserunner, you can take a