dvellison,
The catcher was not in the path between the runner and home plate. At any time during the entire play.
This can be seen clearly from the overhead and third base side camera views. The catcher set up to the pitcher's mound side of the plate with both feet entirely in front of the plate. His feet did not move until during the collision and his body never entered the path between the runner and home plate.
Other than that, I completely agree with your post.
JM
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