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IMO part of the problem is being much closer to 2B, BU is restricted in ability the ability to step/lean after turning with ball (Look at how many MLB umpires simply turn with ball & go to one knee to make this cal).
This is the primary reason the old AL has U2 on the outside - play always in front of umpire and easy to get the best possible view. It's very similar as taking the steal at 3B as U3 in a 3/4 umpire crew. A definite plus is being 30' further from an MLB line drive.
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