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Old Tue Jun 23, 2015, 08:50am
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Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA View Post
Then again, this is how the rule should probably read:

A pitched ball, not struck at, which touches any part of the batter's person or clothing, while standing in his position, provided the batter does not intentionally allow the ball to strike him.
Standing in his/her position is a bit narrow, need to allow for avoidance moves, etc.
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