Yuk called OBS on catcher

[IRISHMAFIA]

Originally Posted by RKBUmp

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]

Originally Posted by RKBUmp

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??