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Originally Posted by AtlUmpSteve
If the ODB drops the bats, and they block the ball, it is a dead ball, and either interference (if an out can be made) or dead ball, blocked ball, runners return to last base touched prior to the blocked ball. This is discarded equipment left on the field; only the batter's bat is allowed to be left unattended.
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What is the status of the ODB? Is he involved in the game when they leave the ODC (On Deck Circle)? Is he not involved in the game while in the ODC? If he is hit with a thrown ball while in the ODC and we don't rule interference, is it a blocked ball because he is not involved in the game? If he is hit while out of the circle and directing a runner coming home, is it a live ball if we don't rule interference?
This is one area where I'd like ASA to be more clear on the status of the ODB.
Also in FED are the answers to my question above the same? And can you provide rule references? I believe I've looked at them all, but just in case I missed one.
Thanks!
Randall