Visual Obstruction in FED/ASA?

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Originally Posted by AtlUmpSteve

If you think first basemen aren't taught to 1) linger in the "personal space" to discomfort runners, then 2) step up just enough to block the runner's vision of the release, and 3) still be close enough to cause the runner to adjust their initial push; well, then I think your idea of intentional and mine simply differ. This is simply part of the game within the game.

Point one: Does anyone honestly believe a runner waits to see the pitcher release the ball prior to leaving the base?

Point two: There are some pretty big players out there, but none big enough to literally block the runner's view of the pitcher's delivery.

Point three: If F3 wants to crowd me, I'll take the inside corner and draw the OBS.

Point three: If F3 wants to worry more about me (the runner) and my view of the pitcher than playing her position, hope she does it all day long. As a coach, I'd be going that way all game.