BLWizzRanger

Just like most balks, probably wasnt intentional...

Yeah, thats what I got. Try to do that spin move. I have to push off on that front leg to make the spin - not break the knee first and then push off.

I have to be honest, I have never thought of how an obstruction has affected a trailing runner. Especially when R2 was in a run-down before the obstruction. And the general rule of thumb is when a leading runner is in a run-down, the trailing runner hustles to get to the next base. We see this all the time, sans the obstruction. So tell me again how an delayed dead ball obstruction affects a trailing runner?

The rundown and obstruction occurred between third and home. You don't get to 'believe' R2 would have scored. You award the one base from the last base the runner legally obtained. But, in this case, since the R2 will be awarded home, do you consider R2 'legally obtaining' home even though they haven't completed their base running duties? And such, R1 legally obtained third base since R2 legally obtained home? And I think this is still logically in-line, I have R2 scoring on award and R1 out due to their base running blunder of leaving the base they legally obtained. The ball isn't dead and the defense has the ability to record outs.

You know, the first step in getting rid of the addiction is not using the word 'might'.... It could be worse though.... those could be Leo Sayer albums.

Yeah, misspoke. I wouldnt call timeout after getting the fielder to throw the ball back to the pitcher. No need.

Not directly to you BeerGuy, but the runner still has responsibilities to touch the base{s}. He is awarded the base, but can still f-up and not score. Thus, I don't think we can use the scored runner interference rules. The runner can still be at fault for any additional intentional interference. This is a good unicorn play to make us think....

why the need, better yet, urge to stand up if the runner is engaged with the bag and the fielder is holding a tag against them? Just stay there. they aren't goinig anywhere with the ball that close. I will work to get the fielder to throw the ball back to the pitcher before granting time for the runner to get back up.

Yeah, I casted a wide net and already got a large fish. I know there are more in this school....

FWIW, Ok, I did it. I bought an Enduro to replace my Wilson. Got it an hour ago. Mostly influenced by this group as I am not a gear hound. Everything else I have owned 5 plus years and I started switching new gear in over the past year and a half. Got this for summer ball and higher level ball, but also as an incentive to get back on the field next year. I will only get to wear it two or three times for the rest of my season. I think I am set for a while. First impressions and comparisons from my perspective/fit. I know some of these have been discussed in earlier threads but this is what comes to mind as I have my hands on one and not imagining it. 1. Enduro is roughly a pound heavier than the Wilson. 2. Enduro is much more denser in padding. 3. 12" Enduro is actually an inch or two lower than the 12" Wilson covering more of my stomach. Can only say I have been hit there once, but it was recent and I was thinking of exchanging for the 14". I don't think I will now. 4. Enduro actually covers my collar bone better than the Wilson did. Different pad shape is what I attribute it to as I have my Wilson as tight as the Enduro. 5. The straps are comparable to the Umplife one on my Wilson. Not thinking about switching them at this point. 6. the side wings were not noticeable when I had them properly positioned. They were folded under and it took me a minute to realize they were not where they needed to be. 7. The one thing I wish was slightly larger is the G-Hooks receiving loop. Maybe its my dexterity, but, I sometimes struggle to unhook them. Not a returnable reason though. 8. Cant see much of difference in bulkiness, if at all. Maybe I need to tune it in. One of my bigger reasons of getting this was my summer experience of overheating, I will have to wait to figure out if what Derek, Max, and Wolfman says is true. I believe them, but until I experience it.... Two thumbs up! Can't wait to try it out.

Anyone have a link or instructions on how to mold a chest protector? What really needs to be accomplished when doing so? Thanks!

Someone please remind me what the mechanics are for the following play. Its the first time I experienced it and I think I kicked it due to me not being properly positioned and me having a mind fart. R1; Outs don't matter. Batter hits a pop fly along the first base foul line. R1 interferes with F3. F3 touches the ball and drops it while the ball is in (a) foul or (b) fair territory. With (a), R1 is out and BR goes back to bat. With (b), R1 is out and BR is awarded first base. Is this proper for both Fed and NCAA?

While I am not into plate jackets, this would be outstanding. Although a new rule would be in the next year that they are disallowed due to the defense not being able to pick up the ball off of the bat. Shame.

Ok, I will bite. A batted ball that hits the rubber and bounces back past the foul lines (between the 1st/3rd base and home plate) is not foul? In and of itself and not considerating what I missed with the ball hitting the batter in the box?

Same as it ever was.