February 17, 2024

Batter Interference and Backswing Interference

Video to help understand what is legal with a batter in the box and a catcher making a throw

Batter Interference and Backswing Interference

This video helps you understand batters interference, backswing interference and when a batter does NOT have to relinquish his position when a catcher is making a live throw into the field of play.

Rich Marazzi

Rules consultant/analyst:  Angels, D’backs, Dodgers, Nationals, Orioles, Padres, Phillies, Pirates, Red Sox, Rangers, Royals, Tigers, Twins, White Sox, Yankees, Bally Sports, YES, and NBC Sports Chicago.  

Comments

mariodrojas17

Dear Baseball Rules Academy team,

My name is Mario Rojas, and I produce educational baseball content focused on rules and controversial plays. I recently published a video analyzing a batter’s interference call [Most people don’t understand or agree with the video, and even some “umpires” keep spreading common myths about Rule 6.03(a)(3).] and would greatly appreciate your expert opinion on it.

Here is the link to the video: [https://www.facebook.com/MarioRojasDeportes/videos/1930461941033958]

I truly value the work you do in promoting rule education, and your feedback would be extremely helpful as I aim to provide accurate content to my audience.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Best regards,
Mario Rojas

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