Asa hbp

[HugoTafurst]

Originally Posted by RKBUmp

The problem is, Im not really sure I have ever seen anyone actually call the rule the way it is written. The rule states if the ball is entirely within the batters box no attempt to avoid is required.

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I agree that IS the problem.

[Andy]

One of my problems with this rule is that it was waaaay over thought and made too complicated.

To me this is the intent of the rule:

The batter should not have to attempt to avoid a pitch that is thrown where it shouldn't be.