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Originally Posted by Rich Ives
But there does have to be interference in some manner. It isn't automatic.
Sometimes, no matter where the batter may be located, F2 starts to throw and doesn't because he sees he has no play. I think you have to be able to recognize those situations.
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Sometimes, because of where the batter is located, the catcher starts to throw and doesn't because he CAN'T see! I agree, we as umpires have to recognize those situations.
Also think about the catcher holding his throw back because of instinct of not wanting to break a finger on the batters helmet or bat.