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Old Tue Feb 24, 2004, 05:00pm
IRISHMAFIA IRISHMAFIA is offline
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Originally posted by CecilOne
I guess we are all together on that. What about the catcher who moves inside, blocking the slot? I've always thought (and been taught, I think) that we should stay down, try to use whatever slot is left and if none, shift outside so you can see.
I only mention it to the catcher if I realize that some inside pitches I can't see are thought to be strikes by the catcher and pitcher.
Speaking ASA

If the catcher steals the slot, the umpire should stay in position as it relates to the strike zone, but go up and look down through the zone. Yes, you may lose your perception on the low pitch, but you will retain the remainder of the zone.

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