hit by pitch rule used to be batters had to make an attempt to get out of the way of the pitch. if they were still hit they were awarded first base. Some years ago that rule changed. now batter does not have to make an attempt to move out of the way and can stand there and get hit and be awarded first base. thinking it through would you rather have your batter get hit in the knee to get to first base or in the rib cage or in the kidney or would you rather have them move? I would prefer less injuries and would not frown on a batter moving to prevent one. it is a sport, injuries are part of it. But a rule that encourages/rewards a possible injury seems odd. IMO....
which do you think makes more sense? Have to make an attempt to move out of the way? or just stand there and get hit?