Infield Fly

[David Emerling]

Originally posted by Gre144
Do you call an infield fly even though the only fielder who could make the routine catch is the left fielder? Remember that no infielder could have made this catch since they were playing to far in.

If one remembers WHY the Infield Fly Rule even exists, they will get it right everytime.

It is to prevent the defense from getting an undeserved double play.

If, in my opinion, a fielder could intentionally drop a fly ball and realistically pick it back up and turn a double play ... it's an Infield Fly.

So, naturally, the deeper the ball is hit, the less likely a double play could be turned.

The more difficult the catch, the less likely a double play could be turned.

It doesn't concern me in the least WHERE the catch is made or WHO makes the catch. If this criteria is used, you'll get it right everytime.

David Emerling
Memphis, TN