What happens to the ball when B2 makes contact with the catcher while taking a practice swing?

When B2 makes contact with the catcher while taking a practice swing, the situation results in the ball being called dead immediately. This is due to the fact that any illegal interference, such as a player making contact with a defensive player like the catcher during their practice swings, interrupts the normal flow of play. Here, the action of B2 making contact with the catcher is viewed as interference because it does not conform to the expected conduct during the game and can potentially disrupt the defensive team’s ability to play.

The immediate death of the ball ensures that no further play can occur until the situation is resolved, safeguarding the integrity of the game and ensuring that all players can perform without interference from acts that are not part of the game. This ruling maintains fairness by preventing any unintended advantage that might arise from such contact.