[rwest]

I need clarification on this. I believe the effect is worded incorrectly. The rule states....

Section 7. The Runner is out....

E. When anyone other than another runner physically assists a runner while the ball is in play.

The Effect is...

The ball is in play and the the runner is out. In D and E, the runner passing or assisting is called out.

I believe the word "assisting" should be replaced with the word "assisted". Am I correct that the wording of this rule allows for a runner to be assisted by another runner, but not by a coach. For example, if B1 falls down between 2nd and 3rd and is assisted up by the Batter Runner, this is allowed. No one is out for assistance. However if B1 fell down while rounding 3rd and was assisted by the coach, then B1 would be out. Also, the case plays seem to support my position. They have several where a runner is assisted by the coach and is called out. I couldn't find a case play where the runner is assisted by another runner.

There might be one. I just may have over looked it.