I understand the rule which will not allow a catcher move to pitcher. But does that also include, A catcher who catches for a inning or 2. Then is moved to...
... Hi, the rule is the other way around. A pitcher removed can not catch. A catcher once removed from catching can pitch. We have had a bunch of these same...
TG, That's all fine a good, and the fact that umpires do have the freedom to run their games as they see fit (within reason and the confines of the rulebook),...
TG, You are absolutely correct on the 'FORCE' out play... any part of the body while holding the ball. A point of rules however... and yes it's picky......
Batman, "It's a 'Put Out". Why you say? Answer in later note, if anyone wants it." I do! Thanks, Brian Riley DLL UIC District 64, CA ... From: Lee Batterman...
Same here :) ... wants it." ... the body while holding the ball. A point of rules however... and yes it's picky... The play at 1st base is NOT considered a...
'Tis true, it's no pitchers to catchers but catchers can pitch. And it doesn't matter if the pitcher pitched one ball in the first, he can't catch for the...
"My guess as to why the catcher can go out but the pitcher can't come in is that a pitcher is throwing with more strain on his/her arm each pitch while the...
Tony, Be very careful with the wording. ... The actual wording is: "Note: A pitcher who delivers one or more pitches in a game cannot play the position of...
... Much different than a "force out" which is actually a "Force Play:" ... The batter is the batter, he is not a runner. So... how can the batter be "a...
Well, I had another protest last night (not a call this time, procedure.) I think I know how the protest should come out (not my decision), but actually have...
Tell the batter "Get in the box " ... or "Keep a foot in the box" . When they don't comply, call a strike. THAT will set the tone. All the coaches will know...
... 1 minute between half-innings. 20 seconds to pitch w/no runners on base. Call for the next batter immediately if he's not already out of the dugout. Keep...
... Unless I'm reading the regulation wrong; this is not a protestable situation nor may the game be forfeited due to any player not meeting their minimum...
I'm going to respond to these 2 statements in reverse order: 1. The catcher does NOT need to throw for the batter to interfere. The rule states... If the...
The Angels are protesting that the Braves did not use all of their players in the game their required time Not protestable in regular season. Jay CA-41 DUC...
Something to consider... When you provide a LINK to visit... would you please provide a SHORT recap of the content. That way, we can decide if we wish to go...
Hey... Whats all the discussion about? NEVER MISS AN OPPORTUNITY TO GET AN OUT ! ! ! ! BATMAN ... From: "Pat Ryan" To: WRLLUmpires@yahoogroups.com Subject:...
Not just a out but multiple outs!!!!! The more the merrier! ;-))) Jason WI D4 ... TO ... again. ... if ... me ... box ... of ... the ... been ... which ... ...
Was just watching the Mets/Dbacks on TBS and noticed that the PU is wearing a metal/wire throat guard. It looks like it is an extension of the mask and hangs...
... Jason, Some Major League umpires are also using a really cool looking face mask that looks very high tech. Aluminum in color. We are lucky enough here in...
The mask and I assume throat guard are built by NIKE. I was surprised to learn that these new ultra light weight masks are very comfortable, but not ...
Man, I gotta tell you....I've been an umpire for many years, but there's nothing like the intensity I saw out there this weekend. It's just plain humbling....
R2, R3 - 0 outs, count is 1-1 - Right handed batter standing in front of box, squares to bunt. Bunts ball directly in front of home plate. Ball bounces once...
Batter is in process of coming out of box ( in my opinion, maybe has right foot out) at first contact, ball doesnt come away from contact of the batter untill...
Thanks Andy... You put it way better than I would have. Andy's explanation goes to prove that this adage is NOT always true: If it walks like a duck, and...
I had a question presented by a minor league coach. When would you call an intentional walk violation in minors? Secondly what would you do if you thought that...
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