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mbyron & Welpe -
I absolutely agree with both of you. It's just another detail that points out that obstruction is more than just the act (whether it's contact, etc...). The offense also has to be put at a disadvantage. That's why I believe it is important to wait a second of two...then determine whether obstruction has occurred. A lot of young umpires want to "jump the gun" and call it immediately after the contact.
Thanks for pointing out those two important details.
-Josh
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