Getting straightlined?

ctblu40 · #1 (**permalink**) Mon Jun 25, 2007, 12:27pm

I always thought the working area was only used (meaning occupied by BU) when the ball was batted to the outfield. Otherwise, step up, turn, and face the ball.

Nice post Garth, I like it!

BigUmp56 · #2 (**permalink**) Mon Jun 25, 2007, 01:03pm

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tim C

Chumps such as fitump56 want to provide:

I have never been straightlined on a cll at first base and have never requested help from another umpire on that play.

My ignore list just grew.

Regards,

I've never understood how anyone could get straightlined on a play at first from any position on the infield. Even if for some wild reason a fielder jumped right in your line at the last second on a banger, a simple lean and look will give you the view you need to make the call.

Tim.