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Originally posted by TheBigEZ

I would just like to comment on the great thread we had previously on this topic. I would just like to get one more clarification.

The rulings for OBR and FED are different concerning this scenario. Gee has given you the strict OBR interpretation, but it does not hold water when doing a FED game. In FED, there is no mention of the 3-5 ft. rule which Gee is quoting.

A good example of the contrast in rulings between OBR and FED can be seen in Gee's example of the ultimate of ultimate shifts.

Assume Derek Jeter on second and Bernie Williams up at bat.
The Bosox put on the shift and with the exception of the left fielder everyone is on the right side of the infield.

Bernie hits a grounder in the hole (where F6 normally would be) btween second and third (left side of infield) and ball hits Derek Jeter.

What's the call?

If your playing using OBR - Derek would be called out.

If your playing using FED - Play on (FED rule 8-4-2k Case-Book Play 8-4-2 Sitch H).

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