Expert Analysis
Did the Umpire Misinterpret Backswing Batter Interference?
Topics: Batter, Batter Interference, Catcher Interference, Interference, Latest News
In my opinion the umpire in the Blue Jays-Angels game on April 24 misinterpreted a backswing interference call that might have affected the outcome of the game in the Blue Jays 2-1 loss. There is a distinction between two types of batter interference covered in rule 6.03 (a) (3) and (4) Comment: For the sake…
