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Originally posted by Art N
Point 2: He went to say that the batter never has move from the box even if there is a play at the plate (stealing runner)...
Can anyone site the ORB rule on this part. I have not sound it.
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6.06(c) A batter is out for illegal action when - he interferes with the catcher's fielding or throwing by stepping out of the batter's box or making any other movement that hinders catchers play at home base. EXCEPTION: Batter is not out if runnery attempting to advance is put out, or if runner trying to score is called out for batter's interference.
So, in the judgement of the umpire, if the batter hindered a play by staying in the box, interference could be called. If the batter was near the back of the box, the umpire might not rule that he interfered. If he swung on the pitch, he can't reasonably be expected to exit the box intantly. If he was in the front of the box, and did not swing, he better get out of there pdq...