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Originally Posted by GarthB
7.09 it is interference by a batter or a runner when-
(i)In the judgment of the umpire, the base coach at third base, or first base, by touching or holding the runner, physically assists him in returning to or leaving third base or first base.
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See post just before yours.
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Originally Posted by GarthB
Are you watching the same video...the assistant coache shoves him off the effing bag in the direction of second and the runner takes a couple of steps before changing his mind.
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Yep. I can see what you mean similar to a BR turning towards second on a wild throw. Did he attempt or not?
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Originally Posted by GarthB
Judging from the video...poor judgment. At the time of the assist the runner did indeed take steps towards second. Changing his mind and coming back does not negate his initial action.
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Absent a "ruling" from a recognized authority we'll just have to A2D.