Bottom of last inning: Down 3-7 and need at least 4 runs; #6 Hitter Leads off; versus new relief pitcher:
#6: Walks then steals 2nd. Fast runner
#7: Walks on 4 pitches. Very slow runner.
#8: Count 3-0; Average runner/poor hit avg.: BUNTS...bunted a pop out to Pitcher and Pitcher throws to first for 2 outs. Player remains on 2nd base.
#9: Grounds out to end game and possible promising come back against a weak relief pitcher who couldn't find strike zone...
QUESTION: What was the best decision(s) #8 Hitter should have made? Watch for walk/2 strikes, swing for hit? or listen to 3rd base coach and look for good pitch...
Fault of Hitter #8 or 3rd Base Coach?
Whose decision is it to BUNT? Coach or Hitter?
I'm trying to learn this game so thanks for your input.