[greymule]

That's true, Martin T.

"A runner is an offensive player who has reached first base and has not yet been put out."

However, the book (8-8-P) does use the term "runner" to refer to someone who has been put out: "When, after being declared out or after scoring, a runner intentionally interferes . . ."

Also, "a runner continuing to run and drawing a throw may be considered a form of interference."

It doesn't say "a former runner" or "an ex-runner."

Don't think it's in the case book. Wonder what the official ruling would be on the physical assist.

A fielder is someone other than another runner, too. If F6 helps a fallen runner to get up, or if F5 slaps him on the rear as F7 catches a fly, is the runner out?