MLB The Show 23 brings out all aspects of baseball, including some small factors some may not consider. The pickoff attempt and throwing out runners are crucial to a pitcher’s game, and can save innings and games in a jam. Here is how to pickoff runners in-game.
How to Throw Out Runners in MLB The Show 23
You can also throw runners out to help you inch closer to batting. To throw to a base, press the button that corresponds to each base.
PlayStation:
- Home plate: X
- First base: Circle
- Second base: Triangle
- Third base: Square
- Cutoff man: L1
Xbox:
- Home plate: A
- First base: B
- Second base: Y
- Third base: X
- Cutoff man: L1
Nintendo Switch:
- Home plate: B
- First base: A
- Second base: X
- Third base: Y
- Cutoff man: L
How to Pick Off Runners in MLB The Show 23
PlayStation:
- First base: Hold LT and Circle
- Second base: Hold LT and Triangle
- Third base: Hold LT and Square
Xbox:
- First base: Hold LT and B
- Second base: Hold LT and Y
- Third base: Hold LT and X
Nintendo Switch:
- First base: Hold ZL and A
- Second base: Hold ZL and X
- Third base: Hold ZL and Y
Whether you are trying to pick off a runner, stop someone from stealing, or trying to throw someone out, these tips and controls should help you get to your half of the inning.
