What does the timeout or foul ball signal mean?

Play must pause or the ball went foul.

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  1. The batter hit a home run
  2. A new player is coming in
  3. Play must pause or the ball went foul ✔

Why: This signal is used for a foul ball or when play must be paused.

Huh, didn't know that: This signal is used for a foul ball or when play must be paused.

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Timeout means the game takes a breather.
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Answer: Play must pause or the ball went foul. This signal is used for a foul ball or when play must be paused.

  1. Scouting America: Signs, Signals, and Codes www.scouting.org/merit-badges/signs-signals-and-codes
    Used when a batter hits a foul ball or when play must be paused.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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