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“That’s a Force!” Is Yadier Molina the Smartest Player on the Field?

Topics: Base, Catcher, double play, Fielding, force out, tag attempt, Umpire Manual Rules
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That Time Jean Segura Stole 1B, Really!

Topics: Base, Runners, Uncategorized

Segura Almost Steals Second Base Twice in the Same Inning Before you read the report below, I would suggest you watch it first. After viewing the play, read the report and watch the video again. There’s much to digest here. The full MLB Youtube Video here: https://youtu.be/HZM1JcJwo9E The Play Can a runner steal the same…

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Can a Fielder Block a Base?

Topics: Base, Definitions, Obstruction, Runners

Beginning 2024, pro rules (OBR, MLB) will no longer allow a fielder who is not in possession of the ball to block a base (1B, 2B, 3B) or impede a runner. It will be enforced similar to the Home Plate Collision Rule.  New Rule Explained Here: https://baseballrulesacademy.com/obstruction-enforcement-at-all-bases-in-2024/   In the July 24 Blue Jays-Mariners game…

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Runner is Out on Continuous Appeal

Topics: Appeal, Base, Runners, Video - Fielder, Video - Runner
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Runner Misses 2B and the defensive Team Tries an Appeal. Out or Safe?

Topics: Appeal, Base, Runners, Video - Fielder, Video - Runner
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Continuous Appeal Discussion with Ted Barrett and Chris Welsh

Topics: Appeal, Base, Runners, Video - Fielder, Video - Runner
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It is Legal for a Batter/Runner to Cross 1B and Turn towards 2B, without being Tagged Out?

Topics: Base, Batter Runner, Runners, Video - Runner
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Dish

Topics: Base
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