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Everyone on this thread states that F3 missed the tag because the B/R violated the tag 3-foot rule. That point is clear, and NO longer needs to be discussed! Please don't answer with another 3-foot rule discusion. If my first assumption is wrong, then logically part of my third assumption is invalid (OOO-ya-OUT).

I said, so far alone, that the tag rule does NOT APLLY on a FORCE PLAY at 1B. WHY? It is a disadvantage for the runner not to slide. Forget the interference play, the running lane is established to protect the first baseman from a B/R spikes during a slide/step and other serious BLOWS! This was recognized by Ty Cobb and is not treated under the same scenario at the other bases. It is a force play, no-tag rule at 1B, SAFE!

I said, so far alone, that F3 missed the tag because a throwing ERROR by F6 pulled F3 off the base and away from the running lane. As a result he was in a poor position to tag a very agile B/R. This also happens on errant throws to other bases. A runner may take an inside route as the catcher is fielding the ball to the outside, far more than this 3-foot BS and SLIDE.

I said, so far alone, a B/R can legally run from left to right side of the running lane to avoid a tag or to run to second (far more than 3 feet). I have already explained why the runner had to modify his original running lane, but some of you have already questioned that interpretation. It happens routinely at every other base.

I asked if this was another J/R moment? Well, am I WRONG, WRONG,WRONG, WRONG? If asking for a clear explanation about some of the baseball rules may upset you, then allow someone else to respond. Somehow I missed something, so connect the dots for me!