New MLB slide rule

[redleghunter]

http://m.chron.com/sports/astros/article/A-J-Hinch-seeks-clarification-on-rule-that-led-7238292.php

AJ Hinch take on new sliding rule.

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[Uncle Siggy]

http://m.chron.com/sports/astros/article/A-J-Hinch-seeks-clarification-on-rule-that-led-7238292.php

AJ Hinch take on new sliding rule.

Ping @Uncle Siggy

The umpires seem to be not using common sense with this new rule. Is it because they're incapable of applying good sense or are they trying to make a point to the higher ups that the new rule leaves something to be desired or should be rescinded???

I watched the video on ESPN and the runner stayed in the base path but over slid the bag no harm no foul, a typical normal run of the mill everyday slide. I was amazed that AJ was that calm, those umpires need a piece of someone's mind cause they sure weren't using what they were born with...

 

[WolfGate]

I didn't see that slide. I did see the Toronto one (was pulling for them) and to me it was pretty clear Bautista violated the wording of the rule.

What I expect is this will follow the same path as the catcher/play at the plate rule change. It will take a few months for players, managers and umpires to figure out the nuances and applicability of the rule. Everyone will adjust, and baseball will go on without it being a big issue. And hopefully fewer injuries.

 

[JackRT]

I didn't see that slide. I did see the Toronto one (was pulling for them) and to me it was pretty clear Bautista violated the wording of the rule.

I agree! That was a good call because it looked to me that the base runner deliberately interfered with the second baseman's throw to first. And BTW, I am a Jays fan as well. Baseball is not a contact sport.