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					Originally Posted by rwest  Why would a defensive player want to intentionally contact a foul ball that might go fair other than to prevent a run from scoring or to prevent the batter-runner from obtaining first base.  Isn't that one reason why the obstruction rule exists? |  Wow, and I thought ASA's logic was suspect...   
				__________________"Let's face it. Umpiring is not an easy or happy way to make a living. In the abuse they suffer, and the pay they get for it, you see an imbalance that can only be explained by their need to stay close to a game they can't resist." -- Bob Uecker
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