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OBR 7.09k "It is interference by a batter or a runner when: In running the last half of the distance from home base to first base while the ball is being fielded to first base, he runs outside (to the right of) the three-foot line, or inside (to the left of) the foul line and in the umpires judgement, interferes with the fielder taking the throw at first base, or attempting to field a batted ball"
In a discussion by our Association on this rule, many felt that if a catcher overthrows the firstbaseman, and the runner is out of the lane, then the runner should be called out. I contend, that unless it is clearly obvious, (and I havent figured out how to judge this) that the catchers throw was off target because of the runner being out of the lane, then there is no interference. The offense is entitled to benefit from errors of the defense, if possible.
Your comments are appreciated. Even if I am wrong!
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