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bsaucer Wed Apr 23, 2014 09:36pm
batter interfering with pickoff attempt
 
Can a batter be called for interference if he hinders the catcher from throwing out a runner, if the runner is trying to return to his base? If so, who is out?

dash_riprock Wed Apr 23, 2014 09:48pm
Yes. The batter would be out. It is no different from interfering with a catcher trying to retire a runner attempting a steal.

Rich Ives Thu Apr 24, 2014 09:28am
Quote:
Originally Posted by dash_riprock (Post 932553)
Yes. The batter would be out. It is no different from interfering with a catcher trying to retire a runner attempting a steal.
BUT it's only interference if the batter leaves the box or makes an abnormal move. If he freezes in place in the box it's not interference.

dash_riprock Thu Apr 24, 2014 10:44am
Quote:
Originally Posted by Rich Ives (Post 932582)
BUT it's only interference if the batter leaves the box or makes an abnormal move. If he freezes in place in the box it's not interference.
Agreed. Thanks for clarifying.


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