However , any base runners may still attempt to steal .
After the 3rd strike or 5th pitch , if the catcher drops the ball , the batter will still be out and the catcher does not have to throw to first base .
Any base runners may still attempt to steal .
After the 3rd strike or 5th pitch , if the catcher drops the ball , the batter will still be out and the catcher does not have to throw to first base .