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IRISHMAFIA Thu Apr 09, 2015 11:57am

Quote:

Originally Posted by RKBUmp (Post 960604)
I know an official who has stated on more than one occasion if a defensive player is within 4' of a base without the ball it is obstruction. That appears to be the case with the administration mentioned in the original post. It sounds like they are taking the position that a player merely being there is in fact obstruction regardless of impedement or not.

This is a disservice to the teams and umpires. I would separate myself from such foolishness.

CecilOne Thu Apr 09, 2015 12:54pm

Quote:

Originally Posted by RKBUmp (Post 960604)
I know an official who has stated on more than one occasion if a defensive player is within 4' of a base without the ball it is obstruction. That appears to be the case with the administration mentioned in the original post. It sounds like they are taking the position that a player merely being there is in fact obstruction regardless of impedement or not.

Anyone have a rule book?? :eek:


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