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Originally Posted by UmpJM (nee CoachJM)
ozzy,
That's certainly what the rules posted on the MLB.com website still say.
However, the document linked below, which I found posted on the Wendelstedt Umpire School Forum, supports what Bob says.
http://umpschool.websitetoolbox.com/file?id=953138
JM |
Thanks.
WOW - the max bat diameter got changed ro 2.61" (less than 2 5/8"). Any clue as to why?
7.08(e) got changed to match 6.05(j) so now "tie goes to the runner" technically applies at all bases ;-)
If you are in the batter's box and unintentionally interfere with a batted ball it's foul. Not a change.
BUT If one foot is out of the box it is interference - change from past practice.
Pitcher can go to mouth on the dirt (not on the plate) as long as he clearly wipes.
9.02(c) made into a God rule.