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Old Sun Nov 02, 2008, 11:21am
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Originally Posted by bob jenkins View Post
"You're right. It was poor mechanics. But, it was the right call."
And I might add a comment that simply explained, "The rule is there to protect the offense. I cannot let the defense gain an advantage in this situation; therefore, I must call the Infield Fly."

I once had the offensive manager come out to argue this very play. When I politely explained to him that I was making the ruling to protect his runner(s), he commented, "Oh," and walked away.
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