What happens when a pitcher throws a wild pitch?

When a pitcher throws a wild pitch, it is classified as a pitch that the catcher is unable to control or catch, allowing baserunners an opportunity to advance. In this scenario, basemen may try to advance on the wild pitch, as it gives them a chance to move to the next base while the ball is live and not in the control of the catcher.

A wild pitch does not grant the batter an automatic advance to first base, nor does it render the ball dead; instead, it keeps the ball in play and allows for possible advancements by runners. All players on the bases are not required to remain in place. Instead, they have the discretion to advance based on the situation created by the pitch being wild.