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Originally Posted by Jackman
Would it make a difference if pitcher totally ignored R1 and just threw to second when she saw R2 race past 1st base? R2 again stops and retreats to 1B and is involved in rundown before safely making it to 2B.
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I would suggest you re-read this rule to gain a better understanding. This rule is ONLY in play if F1 has the ball in the circle and is not making a play. Once F1 throws the ball, LBR is no longer a possibility.
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