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coach2709 posted:

Thanks Rob T - I guess my understanding of the rule in situation 2 is wrong.  I didn't think the bag gave the runner any protection.  I understand the idea of intentionally doing something but I thought they had to vacate since there's no a real play on them yet.  Take a step or two off then get back on.

THanks

Here's the OBR rule.  FED is similar.

If, however, the runner has contact with a legally occupied base
when he hinders the fielder, he shall not be called out unless, in
the umpire’s judgment, such hindrance, whether it occurs on
fair or foul territory, is intentional. If the umpire declares the
hindrance intentional, the following penalty shall apply: With
less than two out, the umpire shall declare both the runner and
batter out. With two out, the umpire shall declare the batter
out.

 

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