The batter is out on an infield fly ruling, the force is off the runners. But the caught fly appeal is still in effect if the runners are off the base when caught.
I do not care if they had a lead. I only care if they are taggin the base when the ball is first touched or caught!
That is what has to be watched by us.
That is why I believe an umpire that has played the game and understands the possible scenarios of each play is better able to BE IN POSITION to make a call.
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