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Originally posted by CecilOne
Does it have to be " F6 was the fielder in the best position to field the ball " rather than just F6 having a play? I think that only applies to a batted ball hitting the runner, but just 2-checking.
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Speaking ASA
No, because on many batted balls it is not unlikely that more than one player could make a play on the ball.
The umpire can only protect one defensive player. That means the umpire MUST determine which defensive player is the ONE to field the ball.