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Originally posted by wadeintothem
In my humble opinion, a league should not be SO concerned with injuries we change the face of the game. Everyone knows and accepts the risks and they are there in all sports. As a catcher, the danger was one of the draws: i.e. the action, intensity etc. Even the new ASA obstruction rule in some ways bug me. I see the leagues point.... and it's likely due to lawsuits or whatever, but I see it as a degrading of certain facets of the game we all know and love. I've taken the hits, as have most former players, and it's just what it takes to play.
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That's fine, but part of ASA's mission is an evervigilant effort to increase participation and maintain a safe and fair playing environment. Just because we use to get down and dirty, doesn't mean today's player will do the same.
Not only the litigation, but the fact that was all have other commitments in life including family, work and home and they cannot be quite taken care of because someone thinks they are the reincarnation of Ty Cobb.
Here's a thought...really learn the ASA stealing rule and use it as it is. It will work. If there is a hesitant element who has any fears, don't use it at all.