Umpire Error

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Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

As you have read, the lack of lines do not negate the rules. Many fields around the country get played with lines, batter's box or otherwise. You still make the call, but I suggest umpires be somewhat liberal, so when the call is made, there is no doubt.

This is where the umpire's screwed up. This is a rule which is not to be called unless it was actually seen by the umpire. IOW, it is a given that the umpire saw this violation or the call would never have been made.

I agree. If the lines are wiped out or were never there to begin with, the umpire shouldn't split hairs. I only call it if it's blatantly obvious, usually in the form of the entire foot being in front of the plate.

Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

Still confused about a protest of a call which favored the team protesting. Of course, they were somewhat right, but still . . . Games there must be a lot of fun.

I think the whole "they'll complain about every call" comment says it all! Tell me, rottiron01, are there armed guards atop the foul poles?

I'm actually kinda curious to hear more about this league. How, exactly, are you involved, if I might ask?