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Originally Posted by umpjong
You are selectively applying the applicable rule. To apply the entire rule (again with no case/interpretation to back your claim) I have no interference on the OP.
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You are not reading the rule correctly. Let me tweak 6.06(c) for you so that you see what you're missing.
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Originally Posted by Rule 6.06(c)
The batter is out when...
He interferes with the catcher’s fielding or throwing by [stepping out of the batter’s box] OR [making any other movement that hinders the catcher’s play at home base].
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Even if the first clause were not sufficient to call INT, you can't hang your hat on the phrase "catcher's play at home base," which does not refer to a
runner reaching home base. When the
catcher is near the plate and throws to another base, the "
catcher's play is at home base."
Thus, both clauses of 6.06(c) apply to the OP. Ace is quite correct: how could you have anything BUT interference on this play?