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Originally Posted by RKBUmp
I tend to agree on the runner having to predict where the ricochet is going. 8-8-6 deals with the runner being hit by a deflected ball and not having the opportunity to avoid being hit. Not sure why they would have us rule differently if the ball deflected in such a way the runner could not avoid interfering on a ball deflecting off the pitcher.
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Keep in mind there's some difference between avoiding the ball and avoiding a fielder fielding a ball. 8-8-6 deals with a ball. The rule used in the OP deals with a fielder.
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