Batter Obstructed by Catcher Enters Dugout

[Crabby_Bob]

Originally Posted by MD Longhorn

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Why is "catcher obstruction" in this rule [8.2.D] at all? In what kind of scenario would it apply?

Originally Posted by Manny A

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And if she did enter the dugout after the obstruction, I would think she would be subsequently awarded first base due to the obstruction if the offensive coach accepted the penalty. In other words, catcher's obstruction should be an exception to the rule, not another example of when to call an out.

So, what gives with having this [CO] listed in 8-2-D?

I think Andy has it. Also, CO is one of the ways a batter becomes a BR (see 8.1.D) and 8.2.D applies to the BR failing to advance to first.