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Quote:

Originally posted by gordon30307
This doesn't sound like an intentional act. What justification do you have for calling BR out also?

Intent is never an issue in the case of interference or obstruction. Makes no difference in how the prescribed penalty is applied. [/QUOTE]

Not true.

[Edited by GarthB on Jul 6th, 2005 at 01:30 PM]

Quote:

Originally posted by gordon30307
Intent is never an issue in the case of interference or obstruction. Makes no difference in how the prescribed penalty is applied.

That's not true.Don't say never. It is not part of this sitch, but the intent of a runner that intentionally interfers on a double play has an effect (both runner and BR are out) and the intent of a runner that is in contact with a base that intentionally interfers has an effect (both runner and BR are out).

Intent can effect the penalty (situation dependent).