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The first example in his video where there's contact but no interference, is a little contact okay but not a lot? Is it a higher bar to interference than there is to obstruction? Seems to me like the first example should clearly be something.... I'm not trying to stump the ump, I genuinely don't know the rule here.

Does that make this explanation by Ted Barrett incorrect?

Never thought of that, interesting point

If he had called time "mid flight" the correct call would be to treat it as if time hadn't been called? Sorry I'm ignorant of the rules here...

Batter collects first career hit, defense throws it to his dugout, umpires confer and say time wasn't out, award the batter third base. To me it looks like the Kellogg calls time at about the 10/11 second mark. Thoughts? http://m.mlb.com/video/topic/11493214/v1016555583

True, sorry, I should have said he's supposed to call time, then point to the awarded base, but I might be misremembering. Something similar to this play that 24sdad posted a while back: http://m.mlb.com/video/v8725303

Any thoughts on the mechanic by PU? I thought he's supposed to point to the awarded base (in this case home) rather than signal safe? http://m.mlb.com/video/v954141183/?game_pk=448289

Just pointing out, this thread was started to discuss the first play from this week. The second, older play is included just for comparison's sake, I'm not looking to rehash the second play...

http://m.mlb.com/video/v893676883/?query=oddities Looks like it could be called on the pitcher. Not much chance of him being safe, but if they called it in the below play, can't it be called here?

http://m.mlb.com/video/v893153683/?query=umpire

http://m.mlb.com/video/v865286483 Probably would have still gotten him though...

http://screengrabber.deadspin.com/idiot-on-the-field-runs-out-in-middle-of-live-play-1782622077 If the left fielder drops the ball do you kill it and start over? Or do you only do that if the fan gets in his way or makes contact with him? Or would the out stand and runners go back to their base at TOP?

I mean something like this http://www.baseballrampage.com/Baseball/Protective-Equipment/5220/CFPBH-Vented-Pro-Base-Coach-Helmet.html paired with the traditional mask. Seems like a good compromise between the old school v. new school way (granted it doesn't protect the sides of the head as well).

Why isn't there more talk about using a catcher's style helmet and mask? This would seem to prevent some errant bat injuries (granted not as much protection to the side of the head) but also fare better in the concussion department vs. a bucket. Catchers wear the helmet with a forward facing brim now a days too, so I don't think it should necessarily be disqualified because of the backwards facing brim.

Think you're missing the video link,would be interested to see it