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It looks like the OP question is more about geometry than rule. As described, the fielders are behind the "base line", but possibly closer to HP than 2nd base. The line between does not matter, but the distance from HP might.
The OP Q asks how to define "passes". A runner on 2nd is further from HP than F3 and F5, so "past" them. If F4 & F6 are playing inside the base line, (as if expecting a bunt), the runner on 2nd is "past" them. All that is based on distance from HP and it is geometrically possible to be outside the base line and be closer to HP than 2nd base. I think that determines the rule application unless there is an interp which says anything about how close to the "passed" fielder the ball has to be.
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F5 is probably less than 60' from HP and R1 is probably closer to 80'. Did it pass an infielder? Depends on your perspective. I think we need to make a decision as to whether or not interfence actually occurred and not just read the black and white rule.
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I was assuming she moved a little bit.
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ASA does not recognize any sort of "String" theory. The ball actually has to pass and infielder......in Rachel's OP.....it did not. The ball is dead and the runner is out. Yes......this is going by the black and white of the rule. If ASA wants me to judge anything else, they can create a case play or interpretation in the UM. Joel |
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Which goes back to the OP Q (and mine) of how to define "passes", and how close to the "passed" fielder the ball has to be.
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