R3 Interference with a Foul Fly Ball

[LeoDev]

This question came up in our meeting tonight:

With R3 on third and one out, B6 hits a fly ball in foul territory near third base. R3, who was leading off in foul ground collides with F6, who was trying to make a play.

After agreeing that the R3 was out for interference, I asked "what about the pitch?"

Much discussion ensued about what to rule the, such as: adding a foul ball the B6, for an uncaught foul to calling a no pitch due to the interference.

I could not find a rule reference for the pitch.

My opinion is the the batter should have a strike added to his count for the foul ball.

What say you. Please cite a rule or casebook reference, if possible.

Thanks, Leo

[mstaylor]

The runner is called out and the batter has a strike added to his count. 8.4.2b

[UmpJM]

LeoDev,

It's an uncaught foul ball - so if less than 2 strikes on the batter, a strike is added to his count. If 2 strikes, count remains the same.

I believe there was a case play added last year - can't recall if it was in 7. or 8. off the top of my head.

JM

[mstaylor]

We were typing at the same time, I listed the caseplay.

[LeoDev]

Thanks guys. We were pretty sure the the batter has a strike added, but wanted proof.

[TXUmp77]

what happens if same play and he runs into the third base coach, same call?

[noumpere]

what happens if same play and he runs into the third base coach, same call?

Batter is out.