Q&A for How to Hit a Baseball

Do what's comfortable while taking your stance. If you drop your elbow while awaiting a pitch, you will raise it automatically as you begin your swing.

No, but an umpire may decide that the bat was thrown too far and call the batter out (or simply give the player a warning).

No, because if you drop your back shoulder your hit will very likely result in a pop up or fly ball.

The bat's bottom is the knob at the thinner end.

Depending on how far the bat goes, and if anyone is hurt, it may result in an out.

Practice with a live pitcher and ask them to pitch a number of balls, some as curveballs, some as others. Pay attention to their grip as they throw each ball, right up until the moment of release, so you learn to recognize one grip from another before the ball is even in flight.

It's called a fly ball. If it's hit in or near the infield, it's called a pop up or a pop fly.

As you swing, stride slightly toward left field with your front foot. Also, if you bat right-handed, swing a little early; if you bat left-handed, swing a little late. All of this will help you hit to left field (or perhaps up the middle).

The best way on how to hit a home run is to practice first. Also, don't try to kill the ball because you will take your eyes off the ball.

Just try to focus on the ball and nothing else. Then maybe it will come easy after plenty of practice because that's what happened to me.

No, you cannot use a cricket bat to play baseball. If you are in a game, the umpire will not allow you to use the cricket bat. Baseball bats are used for a reason, so if you are thinking of starting baseball, you should go to your local baseball speciality store and ask for advice as to which bat suits you best.

If you can show the other team(s) that you can hit a curveball well, they'll stop throwing you so many.

Swing at a pitch that will pass over the plate in or very near the strike zone.