How do I draw relays and cutoffs?

Use the Relay from left field and Relay from right field templates. Draw the throw from the outfielder to the cutoff man and from there to the base as separate steps, and show who backs up each base — that's usually where these plays break down.

Can I use scorekeeping position numbers?

Yes — label players 1 to 9 (pitcher, catcher, first base, second base, third base, shortstop, left, center, right). It's the same system used to describe plays like the 6-4-3 and 4-6-3 double plays, both of which are included as templates.

Does the shift template follow current rules?

The Legal shift template keeps two infielders on each side of second base, which is the restriction used in MLB since 2023 (infielders must also start on the infield dirt). Check your own league's rules, as they vary by level.

Baseball Tactics Board

A relay throw only makes sense drawn on an actual diamond — this board keeps the base paths and fielding positions where they really are so a cutoff sequence or a rundown reads exactly like it plays out.

What you can do with the baseball tactical board

Place fielders on the diamond, infield and outfield included.
Draw arrows and lines to mark throws, cutoffs and relays.
Mark areas of the field to flag coverage or shift responsibilities.
Add text to note instructions about the play.
Start from ready-made baseball templates.
Export the board as an image.

How to use the tactical board

Place the fielders on the diamond.
Draw arrows and lines to mark the throws and coverage.
Add zones and text to complete the explanation.
Pick a play template if you want a starting point.
Download the board as an image for your game plan.

Use cases

Coaches preparing defensive positioning before the game.
Analysts breaking down an opponent's hitting tendencies.
Trainers teaching cutoff, relay and bunt-defense concepts during practice.
Content creators breaking down plays for social media.

What you can represent on a tactical board

The baseball tactical board lets you represent double plays, shifts, cutoffs and relays, bunt defenses, or any scenario with fielders on the diamond, using arrows, lines, zones and text annotations.

Frequently asked questions

How do I draw relays and cutoffs?: Use the Relay from left field and Relay from right field templates. Draw the throw from the outfielder to the cutoff man and from there to the base as separate steps, and show who backs up each base — that's usually where these plays break down.
Can I use scorekeeping position numbers?: Yes — label players 1 to 9 (pitcher, catcher, first base, second base, third base, shortstop, left, center, right). It's the same system used to describe plays like the 6-4-3 and 4-6-3 double plays, both of which are included as templates.
Does the shift template follow current rules?: The Legal shift template keeps two infielders on each side of second base, which is the restriction used in MLB since 2023 (infielders must also start on the infield dirt). Check your own league's rules, as they vary by level.