Baseball Rules

Pitcher Options and Their Impact on Bets

In baseball betting, the selection of pitchers is a pivotal factor that affects the outcome of your bets. Our platform offers flexible options to cater to diverse betting strategies, detailed as follows:


1. Listed Both Pitchers

  • Definition: For moneyline plays under this option, both pitchers listed when placing your bet must start the game.
  • Action: Bets are valid ("have action") only if both listed pitchers commence the game as starters. If either or both do not start, the bet is deemed “No Action,” and the stakes are refunded.
  • Implication for Totals and Run-lines: These bets are tagged as pitcher-specific; thus, the rules for 'Listed Both Pitchers' apply respectively.

2. Listed One Pitcher

  • Definition: This option lets you specify one pitcher for your moneyline bets.
  • Action: The bet holds only if your specified pitcher starts the game. A change in the opposing pitcher leads to an adjustment in moneyline odds, reflecting the new matchup.
  • Consideration: Your bet is labeled "No Action" and refunded if your chosen pitcher does not start.

3. Action

  • Definition: All moneyline bets proceed regardless of any pitcher changes.
  • Action: If the pitchers change after you place your bet, we recalibrate the moneyline odds to align with the new pitching matchups.
  • Versatility: This option embodies flexibility, ensuring your wager remains active and adapting to unexpected pitcher changes.

Additional Note

  • Posted Pitchers: The term "specified pitchers" refers to the pitchers announced during your bet if no pitchers are disclosed, such as in pre-season games, the ‘Action’ rule applies, allowing your bet to proceed irrespective of pitcher changes.

Introduction to the 7-Inning Rule

Traditionally, an entire baseball game comprises nine innings. However, certain leagues, tournaments, or doubleheader games may adopt a 7-inning Rule, wherein the game is scheduled for seven innings instead of the conventional nine. This adaptation can influence various aspects of the game, including strategy, pitching rotations, and betting outcomes.

Key Features and Functionalities

The essence of the 7-Inning Rule is straightforward, yet it's imperative to grasp its implications thoroughly:

  • Game Duration: A game under this rule is set to last seven innings.
  • Official Game Criteria: For betting purposes, a game is considered official after seven innings of play. Alternatively, if the home team is leading, the game becomes official after six and a half innings.
  • Betting Implications: In sports betting, particularly at platforms like Bookiemarket, wager outcomes (Totals, Run Lines, Moneyline, or Propositions) are contingent upon the game meeting the official game criteria as stipulated under the 7-Inning Rule. Failure to complete the requisite innings results in a 'No Action' status for bets.

Guidelines for Navigating the 7-Inning Rule

To ensure clarity and maximize your understanding and strategic application of the 7-Inning Rule, consider the following guidelines:

  • Pre-Game Preparation: Always verify the game format before placing bets or formulating game strategies. This verification will help you adjust your expectations and plans according to the shortened format.
  • Strategic Adjustments: Coaches and players should adapt their strategies, especially concerning pitcher usage and offensive tactics, to accommodate the condensed game structure.
  • Betting Considerations: Bettors should understand how the 7-Inning Rule affects bet validity. Recognizing that bets will be voided if the game does not meet the official game completion requirements is crucial for making informed decisions.
  • Fan Engagement: Fans following or attending a 7-inning game should anticipate a faster pace and potentially altered game dynamics. This expectation will enhance the viewing experience and appreciation for strategic nuances.

Understanding the Player Props

Player Props offers a unique and engaging way to participate in baseball betting. These propositions allow you to wager on individual player performances, such as the number of hits, runs, or stolen bases a player might achieve in a game. Understanding the rules governing player props is crucial to ensuring clarity and fairness in these wagers.


Eligibility Criteria

Starting Position Requirement

For a valid bet placed on Player Props, the player in question must make at least one plate appearance as a starter. This stipulation ensures that the player has a fair opportunity to contribute to the statistics on which the prop bet is based, thereby providing a level playing field for all betting parties involved.

Pinch Hitters and Runners

In instances where a player comes into the game as a pinch hitter or a pinch runner and does not have another plate appearance within the game, all propositions placed on that player will be considered No Action. This rule protects the integrity of bets and ensures that all prop bets are grounded in the players' substantial participation in the game.


No Action - What It Means for You

When a prop bet is declared No Action, it simply means it is voided. This can occur under the circumstances described above. In such cases, any wagers on the player's performance are refunded in full, ensuring you are not disadvantaged by unpredictable game-day decisions.


Key Features and Functionalities of MLB Regular Season Series Betting

In MLB Regular Season Series betting, your objective is to select a team to win consecutive games against the same opponent. This form of betting focuses on the performance across a series rather than the outcome of a single game, adding an exciting layer of strategy and engagement to your betting experience.

Understanding 'Consecutive Games'

  • A "series" in this context consists of consecutive games played by the same teams, one after another, without any games against other opponents interspersed.
  • Each game in the series builds upon the last, creating a narrative of competition in which strategy and endurance are as crucial as raw skill.

Cancellation Policy

  • Life is unpredictable, and so is sports. If any game in the series is canceled, the bet automatically becomes "No Action."
  • This policy ensures fairness and transparency, ensuring that your bets are only active when the entire series potential can be realized.

Action-Based Betting

  • Our MLB Regular Season Series betting is based on action rather than on listed pitchers. This means your bet is active regardless of any last-minute pitching changes, providing flexibility and maintaining the integrity of your strategic selections.
Did this answer your question? Thanks for the feedback There was a problem submitting your feedback. Please try again later.