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Sun Mar 04, 2007, 10:06pm

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Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

I've worked this mechanic at a tournament UIC's request.

I found it to be relatively useless for umpiring purposes. Yes, it saves a few steps for the BU. However, it is available only in extremely limited situations and, IMO, does not place the umpire in a great position for any possible call.

The main reason given seems to be to keep the umpire out of the way of any throws coming from LF. Not saying I agree just saying what I was told....

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