05/16/2021
PLAY FOR THIS WEEK:
Play: With runners on first and second base, the batter hits a solid line drive in the gap in right center field. The runner at first was off with the pitch, and both are going to attempt to score on the play. The runner from second trips over a loose shoelace as he nears third base and goes down in a tumble. The runner from first base, not far behind, slows down and stops behind the runner, who is struggling to get back up on his feet. He helps his team-mate up and they both proceed on to score. The throw comes in from the outfield, and the defensive coach begins arguing for outs. He believes that a double play should now be called, the runner from second who scored, he says, should be out as he was assisted by this following team mate, and the runner from first should also be out for his part in the "interference." Not to be outdone, the offensive coach counters with rule quotes, none of which pertain to the play. You rule?
