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Originally Posted by bob jenkins
"You're right. It was poor mechanics. But, it was the right call."
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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.