Sun Jul 04, 2010, 09:43am
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Quote:
Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA
Well, if I'm going to be accused of playing word games, I just as well do it.
Speaking ASA
8.2.D states that the BR is out when s/he fails to advance to first base and enters the team area after a batted fair ball,...
The definition of batted ball is a pitched ball which hits the bat or is hit by the bat and lands either in fair territory or foul territory.
Therefore, if the BR left the field of play prior to the ball being touched by a fielder or touching the ground, fence, etc. the rule has yet to be effected since the ball is still in flight and doesn't meet the qualification of a batted ball, hence the exception cannot be applied.
So, what do you have now?
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And what if the fielder bobbled the ball before the batter-runner entered dead ball territory?
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I haven't decided if I should call it from the dugout or the outfield. Apparently, both have really great views!
Screw green, it ain't easy being blue!
I won't be coming here that much anymore. I might check in now and again.
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