first baseman

[bbman]

OBR:
Runner on first, does the first baseman need to be entirely in fair territory?

[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by bbman

OBR:
Runner on first, does the first baseman need to be entirely in fair territory?

Under OBR, yes -- but it's only enforced if someone brings it to the attention of the umpire. The penalty is a "don't do that" -- not a balk. Eject F3 if he refuses to comply.

Fed: No.

[Robert Goodman]

What advantage would the team in the field get from being allowed to have fielders other than the catcher in foul ground?

[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by Robert Goodman

What advantage would the team in the field get from being allowed to have fielders other than the catcher in foul ground?

It can be easier / quicker for F3 to make a tag.

In some codes, the rule also applies to all plays -- so you can have someone back up a pickoff or an appeal.

[Robert Goodman]

Originally Posted by bob jenkins

It can be easier / quicker for F3 to make a tag.

Oh, of course, a left-hander, thanks. A lefty could make such a play forehand instead of backhand if he could stand on the foul side of the base.