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Originally Posted by Rich Fronheiser
I need to be told what to wear? I'll wear a dangling throat protector the next time I cover 3rd base as the PU on a triple.
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Very funny!
Of course, the National Federation system calls for that mechanic, which is the way the pros did it in the two-person system from 1905 to 1970 or thereabouts.
I'm always amazed that "modern" umpires, like you, know so much more than those in the Hall of Fame.
BTW: I won't wear the dangler, either. It's not a rule that can be enforced unless the State Association does it. Who will police it? It's among the more stupid moves they've made. Two rules where I think they screwed up worse are: (1) Allowing the pitcher in the set position to check the runners by swinging his shoulders; and (2) reinstating the appeal rule.
Lah, me.