Obstruction question

[HugoTafurst]

Originally Posted by Manny A

Guilty as charged. I just view it as a game management issue. Not granting the Time tends to make the umpire seem arrogant and could lead to unnecessary friction. If my calls have already pissed off a few folks, why add fuel to the fire?

Besides, how much time are you really saving by not granting Time? How significant are you affecting the flow of the game? To me, it does nothing. Chances are, there's already going to be a slight delay as the umpires get back into position, the next batter comes to the plate, etc. I honestly don't see how granting Time makes a difference when play is essentially over.

Different strokes for different folks.

1) I probably could have left out the word "unfortunately".
2) I could have added that if there is a reason for a dead ball, I will give it (injury, even dirt down the pants or shirt, etc)
3)

If my calls have already pissed off a few folks, why add fuel to the fire?

I never piss anybody off with my calls

I'm not a hard ass about it, just in general, I don't grant time unless there is a reason.

[Manny A]

Originally Posted by HugoTafurst

I never piss anybody off with my calls

I need to move where you live. Is it Pleasantville, FL?

[HugoTafurst]

Originally Posted by Manny A

I need to move where you live. Is it Pleasantville, FL?

I lie a lot, too....