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Did Runner Intentionally Interfere to Avert a Double Play?

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In the top of the second inning in the Yankees-Angels game played on May 29, 2024 the Yankees had Anthony Rizzo on second and Jose Trevino on first and one out when DJ LeMahieu hit a ground ball to the left side of the infield that struck Rizzo. He was called out for runner interference…

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Type 2 Obstruction in 2023 MiLB Game

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In a recent Triple-A minor league game the batter-runner was obstructed by the first baseman who was fielding an errant throw from third base. As the first baseman went after the ball, he made contact with the batter- runner who was attempting to go to second. The batter-runner jogged to second, then turned it on…

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Spectator Interference

Topics: Dead Ball Area, Spectator Interference, Video - Fielder
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