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Just remember, a batter does NOT have to get out of the way IMMEDIATLY after the pitch. But he/she can't get in the way.
Rule FED:7.3.5.c "make any other movement which hinders actions at home plate or the catcher's attempt to play on a runner".
I don't have my OBR and NCAA Rule book in front of me and I don't believe they are that different however, please note, the word "intentional" does not appear in the ruleing. Return the runner and send the batter back to the dugout.
IMO that batter interference is not called enough however, I can understand because it is a delayed dead ball and some umpires figure that if the catcher gets the throw off, then it is ok. But found out that it was one more legal out closer to the end of the game. So make the call.
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