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Here are some of the possible Fed rule changes for next year (per a survey that has been sent out).

Which would you be in favor of and why?

1. The pitcher starting the pitching motion with both feet on the pitcher’s plate.

2. Defining electronic device.

3. Clarifying obstruction.

4. Adding a 10th player to replace the DP/Flex rules for fast pitch.

5. Eliminating the need for the umpire to check equipment prior to the start of the game.

6. Requiring a double first base for fast pitch.

7. Clarifying illegal pitches.

8. Clarifying interference by the batter-runner.

9. Allowing runner to touch a missed base after the ball is thrown out of play.

10. Allowing an intentional walk in fast pitch.

11. Moving “a run ahead” rule from state adoption to a national rule.