MLB The Show 24 Gotta Be Quicker Than That

Throw out a runner going for extra bases. (Excludes simulated gameplay.)

In MLB The Show 24, the "Gotta Be Quicker Than That" trophy/achievement challenges your reflexes and defensive awareness. Here’s how to throw out a runner trying to stretch a hit into an extra-base adventure:

Requirements:

  • In a non-simulated game, you need to record a throwout by your fielder to get a runner out who’s attempting to reach second base (or take an extra base) after a hit.

The Situation:

Imagine this scenario: a batter hits the ball into the outfield, potentially a single or a double. A baserunner on first base (or a batter-runner if it’s a base hit) tries to advance to second (or even third) base. Your job is to record an out by throwing the ball to the appropriate base before the runner reaches it safely.

Fielder Awareness and Throwing:

  • Outfielder Reactions: If the ball is hit to the outfield, the outfielder who catches the fly ball needs to assess the situation quickly. If they see the runner tagging up or trying to advance an extra base, they’ll need to throw the ball back to the infield.

  • Throwing Accuracy: The fielder’s throw needs to be accurate and on target to the cutoff man (usually the shortstop) or directly to the base where the out is being attempted (usually second base).

Tips for Success:

  • Pay Attention to Baserunners: Always be aware of the baserunners’ tendencies and baserunning aggressiveness. This can help you anticipate if they might try to stretch a hit into an extra base.
  • Communication (Optional): In some game modes, you might have the option to call for a play at the plate or a throw to a specific base. Utilize these commands if available.

Modes to Achieve This:

  • Exhibition: This is a great option to practice against the CPU on a lower difficulty level. You can hit the ball into play yourself (as the batter) and control a baserunner to try stretching hits into extra bases. This allows you to practice the throwout attempts from the fielder’s perspective.

  • Franchise/March to October: Play through games and look for situations where a base hit is followed by an aggressive baserunner trying to take an extra base. React quickly and attempt a throwout to get the runner.

Additional Notes:

  • While possible online, it might be easier to get this trophy offline against the CPU.
  • This trophy emphasizes quick thinking, good defensive plays, and strong throws to record outs on baserunners who are being too ambitious.

So, stay alert on defense, anticipate baserunners’ moves, and unleash a perfect throw to notch the "Gotta Be Quicker Than That" trophy/achievement!

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