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Originally posted by mcrowder
Then Mike's comment is directed at that umpire, not you. Where do umpires come up with such made up rulings?
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My comment was rhetorical. Obviously, many folks, players, coaches and umpires alike, don't bother finding out the actual rules before going out on the field.
In this case, I wouldn't doubt if some coach previously sold this umpire on this myth and s/he carries it along as fact.
All the more reason umpires should read the book, attend a clinic, read the book, attend another clinic, read the book, attend a school and clinic, etc.