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Originally Posted by MD Longhorn
As to "runner clearly hindered the fielder attempting to execute a play" ... find me the rule that says that. "Execute a play" is not in the book in the "the BR is out..." or the "the runner is out..." sections.
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No, it's not. But it is in the ASA Rule 1 Definition of Interference:
The act of an offensive player or team member, umpire or spectator that impedes, hinders, or confuses a defensive player attempting to execute a play.
Similar language is in RS #33.
And that's what I would use if I saw a runner or batter-runner do something intentional to keep the fielder from attempting to tag him/her or the base he/she is going to.