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Originally Posted by duncan_idaho
I don't like that rule, then... the runner has to give up and allow himself to either be tagged out or run-down if the catcher gets the ball before he gets there and is blocking the plate? If the catcher is going to try to block the plate, the runner should have the ability to run him over.
I mean, in most cases an athletic player will be able to try a hook slide. But... takes some of the human element out, in my opinion.
THe rest of the rule is fine, though.
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I think the rule is good. Catcher can't block the plate without the ball. Batter can't demolish the catcher if he has the ball to try and jar it loose. Safer for everyone. The catcher still must have the ball and apply a tag so it's not like it's an automatic out.