Mon Sep 17, 2012, 06:40pm
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Originally Posted by AtlUmpSteve
In the absolute black and white, I agree, but variations based on the situation, with communication still override.
With R2 hanging right by 2nd base, I see no reason why U1 shouldn't bracket outside the 1st to 2nd base line, communicating with U3 "I'm here", keeping R2 in front of him, and taking the tag out right in front of him. If R2 had stayed near or returned near 1st base, then U1 can't do that.
But this play, as you decribe it, should allow that variation with communication, making the out call more believable.
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Depending upon where U1 started (SP infielders can really cause some deviations in pre-pitch positioning), I can even see him taking an inside bracket position. That would provide a good position for the back end of the rundown and an easy pivot should there be a need for a return play to 1B.
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