Double Obstruction

[Dakota]

We're going to get all balled up with various scenarios here unless we accept mcrowder's judgment at the time.

Assume:
1st OBS: Judgment: Runner would have made 3rd without the OBS

2nd/3rd OBS: Judgment: Runner would make 3rd based on current position of runner and ball.

The question was, can the delay from the 1st OBS be added at this point in making the judgment. If so, then the judgment would be home.

OK, accepting these judgments as correct, ...

Originally posted by debeau
In my opinion you had the obstruction but to already decide its a 3 bagger .
What happens if the runner is tagged 1/2 way between 2nd and 3rd ? Would you give the out .
I would .

Not true. Judgment on original OBS protects the runner to 3rd.

Originally posted by debeau
Would she have made home if she was not obstructed .
Probably not but as she didnt try you dont have to worry about that .

Not true (ASA). You award the runner the base you judge she would have made, whether she makes it or not. If the runner gives up for reasons unrelated to the OBS, then fine. But if the OBS caused the runner to retreat, then you can properly award her the more advanced base.