I guess we will all be umpiring softball next year

[DG]

Originally Posted by GarthB

I believe that a strict reading of the rule change eliminates this exception.

I hope they don't write a rule that says the catcher can't move up the line to try to catch an errant throw without being guilty of obstruction. I still see an occassional train wreck happening.

Now if he stands up the line before the ball is released he is presenting a target and a likely obstruction call is imminent.