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No, F6 is attempting to field a deflected batted ball
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From the way the situation is presented--I would have no problem
banging the runner out for interference---the fielder was making a play on a ball--deflected or not. Thev runner must avoid contact. At least that is what is in the mind-set of this high schoool umpire with the recent Federation parameters !
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The ONLY way I can call this INT is if, in my judgment, the runner actually did something to cause the INT.
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Exactly
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1. Be in possession of the ball 2. Be in the act of fielding a BATTED BALL. It doesn't mention a deflected ball. Are they still protected? Could this be just a train wreck and a live ball or do we have to get either obstruction or interference?
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Ruling: If, in the umpire's judgement, R2 intentionally interfered with F6 playing the batted ball, R2 would be ruled out for interference. The ball is dead, R1 is returned to the last base touched at the time of interference and B3 is awarded 1B. On the other hand, if the umpire did not believe the contact to be intentional, this would be a "no call" and play continues. So to use this and answer your last question: Train wreck. I was just shaking off the rust regarding differences between misplayed and deflected balls and runners subsequently contacting fielders making plays on said balls. |
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