Retro Interference - Batter-Runner Randle Tackles Pitcher

By Lindsay
May 30, 2021 in Close Call Sports/ Umpire Ejection Fantasy League

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In May 1974, Rangers second baseman Lenny Randle bunted down the first-base line and then veered into fair territory to tackle Indians pitcher Bob Johnson, who had thrown behind Randle one pitch earlier. HP Umpire Dave Phillips ruled the batter-runner out despite Johnson never having actually...

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