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TOPIC: Rules |
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| Eau55
January 12, 2018
6:06:06 AM
Entry #: 4239608
| What do you guys think about this
Ball caught in foul territory (even if it is strike 3) is not a strike as the ball never touched the playing field or foul territory, you would score it as a putout. Once defense made the catch resulting in an out. I believe the ball is now live and runners can advance at their own peril. I would think it would be no different than it being hit off the first pitch and caught in foul territory. Runners can still advance...
Again I could be way off... I usually strike out swinging so ... lol
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| Duchy
January 12, 2018
8:56:55 AM
Entry #: 4239617
| I can't speak to actual rules, but this is how it should be. What if it's caught on or near the line? Anything that takes umpire discretion out of the game is a better rule.
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| Seyms
January 12, 2018
9:40:16 AM
Entry #: 4239624
| My take on it is that in this scenario, if the ball is caught in foul territory, or fair and there are less than two outs, it is a live play and the runners can advance after tagging up.
If the fielder does not make a play on the ball, and it lands in foul territory, the batter is ruled out and the pay is dead and the runners cannot advance.
In this scenario, if it happens while you're in the field, if you know the ball is going fall, you always leave it, take the out... unless you think you can catch a baserunner in la-la land and turn two.
I could be wrong but that's how I've always interpreted the rule and way to handle the situation.
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| DAVID M
January 12, 2018
1:41:50 PM
Entry #: 4239640
| Rick, you nailed it right on, that is how the rule is applied
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| Carson
January 13, 2018
8:18:03 AM
Entry #: 4239693
| This was the problem, it was caught right at the line and there was a disagreement if it was foul or fair. His feet was fair but glove was probably in foul. I think it would have landed foul but it was touched before it landed.
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| Goldglover1
January 14, 2018
2:51:45 AM
Entry #: 4239753
| I believe it's an NSA ruling only. It was explained to me like this about 2 years ago...the ball is considered touched and therefore foul before it is caught and a put out. Therefore if there are 2 strikes and the ball is caught it is actually considered touched first resulting in strike 3 which results in a dead ball. If there are 1 or 0 strikes then the same holds true, it's a strike, but the catch out is the result and the ball stays live allowing runners to advance.
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| Local 1134
January 14, 2018
10:17:14 AM
Entry #: 4239775
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Here's a situation we encountered last year and I'm curious as to what might be the proper interpretation of the rule.
Ground ball was hit to the shortstop, and a runner was on 2nd. Runner held up enough to let the SS attempt to field the ground ball, but he missed and in rolled into the outfield. As the runner then proceeded to run by the SS, he very lightly grazed him, and the SS argued that he was interfered with.
As far as I understand the rule, once the ball passed the SS he no longer had a right to the base path...but is that the correct interpretation? The runner definitely didn't hinder the SS's ability to make the play, and he most certainly didn't graze the SS intentionally (he did his best to avoid contact altogether, but the SS's momentum was going forward after the missed play)
Our league's rules are fairly vague in that area, and trying to dig up any other online resources has been frustrating at best.
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| silverfox
January 15, 2018
5:57:37 AM
Entry #: 4239823
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No interference as he was allowed to play the ball.
If anything it becomes obstruction on the SS obstructing the runners path to 3rd
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| LB4LB
January 16, 2018
8:32:50 AM
Entry #: 4239875
| That is exactly my interpretation of the rule.
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| uarms
January 17, 2018
7:07:58 PM
Entry #: 4239948
| We got screwed many times last year on rules.
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| Cashman
January 18, 2018
9:42:36 AM
Entry #: 4239980
| Just trying to clarify someting, when pitching is your pitching arm allowed to make a full arm rotation (windmill) as long as you still lob the ball in.
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| Faux
January 19, 2018
12:27:16 AM
Entry #: 4240045
| The pitch shall be delivered with an underhand motion and at a moderate speed. Any type of windup is legal provided the ball is pitched immediately after the pitching motion, there is no stoppage or reversal of motion, there is not more than one revolution in a "windmill" pitch, and the windup does not continue after the delivery of the ball. Any infraction of these rules shall constitute an illegal pitch. No pitch is declared if the pitcher pitches:
So I would say yes it is allowed although a bit of a **** move, but no less hittable
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| Yaya
January 19, 2018
6:32:08 AM
Entry #: 4240079
| The rules state you can use a windmill motion as long as the ball is delivered in an underhand motion at a "moderate" speed... Once started you cannot stop or reverse your motion though I've seen some funky variations that seem to stretch things.
At the end of the day, as long as the ball is delivered underhand and there are no stops or pumps in the motion it's a legal pitch...
Really these days I'm pretty happy if the ump can call a decent 6' and 12' as it seems a lot of the guys we've seen lately have rubber rulers...
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| Moulton
January 20, 2018
6:45:28 PM
Entry #: 4240238
| Some pitchers fake the pitch , then deliver. Is this legal
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| Big Pappi
January 21, 2018
2:48:11 PM
Entry #: 4240299
| Runner is safe on 2nd starts arguing with the ump and gets tossed. The team uses a courtesy runner so the umpire doesn't give them give them an out. Is that the correct call? Wouldn't think it would be allowed.
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| Bigelow
January 22, 2018
7:09:37 PM
Entry #: 4240431
| courtesy runner is used—-/— call is accurate
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| Birkey
January 23, 2018
11:53:00 AM
Entry #: 4240511
| Should we increase the amount of courtesy runners in the seniors division.
Your opinions matters.
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| Mithin Chicklets
January 24, 2018
1:09:05 PM
Entry #: 4240618
| 5 runners in the younger division is the correct amount
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| Bud Wiser
January 25, 2018
1:55:56 PM
Entry #: 4240712
| Unlimited runners would speed up the game.
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| RRForever
January 28, 2018
7:22:58 AM
Entry #: 4240985
| I like the “hit and sit” introduced last year, a real time saver.
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| tswear
January 29, 2018
4:48:10 PM
Entry #: 4241110
| Can we just put rumours to bed, since there is a plethora of them floating around? So, can someone confirm or deny if the Arms are folding ?
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| Birkey
January 31, 2018
6:34:02 AM
Entry #: 4241274
| Who really gives a crap, nobody cares about that team.
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| Labtech
January 31, 2018
7:37:18 PM
Entry #: 4241328
| Agreed !
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| Guy Smiley
January 31, 2018
9:18:16 PM
Entry #: 4241330
| This team lacks maturity.
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| winger
February 1, 2018
5:11:29 PM
Entry #: 4241398
| Lets have peace on earth and a muzzle on them.
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| LB4LB
February 2, 2018
4:44:10 PM
Entry #: 4241493
| Love everyone
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| Blumpkin
February 3, 2018
7:18:46 PM
Entry #: 4241585
| Better to remain silent & be thought a fool that to speak & remove all doubt.
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| Birkey
February 5, 2018
7:41:07 AM
Entry #: 4241698
| My understanding is the seniors division is expanding, great news.
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| Yaya
February 5, 2018
5:55:34 PM
Entry #: 4241745
| Great news..::the best masters division I have play in
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| Labtech
February 6, 2018
9:48:14 AM
Entry #: 4241796
| I hope we are going to play some double headers this year.
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| Dat_Guy
February 6, 2018
5:02:43 PM
Entry #: 4241825
| I hope we are not going to play any double headers this year.
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| Bigelow
February 6, 2018
11:33:05 PM
Entry #: 4241855
| I believe DHers is for the younger lads only. The more mature players may not last for two games.
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| Faux
February 7, 2018
10:58:47 AM
Entry #: 4241891
| Double dips on a beautiful summer evening is like heaven.
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| Ethos71
February 7, 2018
5:04:04 PM
Entry #: 4241932
| My vote is yes.... but only for a limited amount this year as an introduction.
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| Knight
February 8, 2018
4:04:04 AM
Entry #: 4241961
| I like the course the league has taken in the past few years. To ensure longevity, I think the rule changes , draft and now some double headers are all forward thinking moves. I for one applaud these decisions.
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| Bud Wiser
February 9, 2018
12:20:46 PM
Entry #: 4242038
| Double the games is double the fun,can’t wait.
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| Local 1134
February 10, 2018
11:33:19 AM
Entry #: 4242114
| I have only played in this league for a few years and never experienced doubleheaders but I think it would be awesome because I will miss less games.
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| tswear
February 11, 2018
7:52:23 AM
Entry #: 4242176
| Let’s do this.... double up is a amazing idea..... availability can be scheduled if ya gots two on any given night
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| Mithlin Chicklets
February 12, 2018
10:52:06 PM
Entry #: 4242342
| My vote is YES for two per night.
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| Jets6400
February 13, 2018
9:08:13 PM
Entry #: 4242447
| Good for go for 2.
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| Faux
February 15, 2018
5:39:34 PM
Entry #: 4242604
| Good with the two games in one night. ... less than 90 days to go.
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| Rev Hero
February 16, 2018
3:51:18 PM
Entry #: 4242700
| 2 in one night = good news
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| JAG 28
February 16, 2018
5:17:33 PM
Entry #: 4242708
| Even with double headers I assume the league will stick with 3 games. Therefore team 1 will play team2 (1st game) – team 1 will play team 3 (2nd game) – team2 will play team3 (3rd game) – or some such scheduling.
This means that team team 2 will be sitting out the 2nd game - I trust they will not “over indulge” during the 2nd game that they are sitting out because they do have to play the 3rd game.
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| Bigelow
February 16, 2018
9:54:47 PM
Entry #: 4242722
| Welcoming the Year of the Dog. The USPL will be won by a team in the lower division.
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| LB4LB
February 17, 2018
3:03:35 PM
Entry #: 4242775
| The dogs have allready won in 18.... Eagles, Trump and the Leafs.
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| Purelife
February 18, 2018
12:08:51 PM
Entry #: 4242841
| Happy Year of the Dog! The games start in less than three months.
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| Knight
February 20, 2018
8:09:10 AM
Entry #: 4242992
| I sincerely believe that one of the guppies will make many moves and win this thing in 18. Bet the underdogs.
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| Hard Express
February 21, 2018
8:50:11 PM
Entry #: 4243128
| Dream the dream fellas.
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| silverfox
February 22, 2018
5:46:41 PM
Entry #: 4243206
| Play good during the season and then you are set for the playoffs. Experiment with batting orders and positions then you have ideas to ensure playoff sucess.
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| RRForever
February 24, 2018
3:50:28 PM
Entry #: 4243357
| Don’t forget the drinks after the game is done.
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| blackbean
February 24, 2018
11:19:19 PM
Entry #: 4243378
| I want to questioning a rule in the Masters I heard last season. I was told that an infield playing on the short grass can not throw the ball to any base. And the rationale was that the league wants to "protect the runner". Now I wonder, if slopitch is basically about hitting - and let's be honest with this argument, everybody hits here, even the ones watching the game - why the league is protecting the runner instead of protecting the infielders that are basically "under fire" (even more, remember that we are "Master-aged"). but just to add another inconsistency here, one of the essential defensive skills of the game is fielder positioning, we should respect it and not eliminate it, let's play the game in the right way...if the infield is playing deep, then the hitter should try to adjust himself,find the way to pull the ball over the big open space and get ready to move his legs... show some skills buddy!
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| Yaya
February 25, 2018
9:37:00 PM
Entry #: 4243432
| Your post is confusing, what are you trying to say?
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| JAG 28
February 26, 2018
5:10:56 PM
Entry #: 4243471
| Blackhead - actually, the rule is you CANNOT throw a batter out at 1st base – if he hits to the outfield grass.
You CAN force a runner at 2nd or 3rd.
I don’t know of anyone in the masters who begrudges a batter going to first if he hits safely to the outfield.
The older you get the slower you get (surprise).
There’s a lot more important skills than positioning….. show some common sense and compassion buddy.
In youth we learn - in age we understand
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| Duchy
March 2, 2018
7:18:25 AM
Entry #: 4243655
| This rule only applies to the senior division.
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| Empress Ruler
March 11, 2018
6:33:00 PM
Entry #: 4244295
| What is the status of the “hit and sit” rule
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| HR Leader
March 13, 2018
9:29:08 AM
Entry #: 4244428
| I hope we are deploying it this year. A time saver for sure.
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| Eau55
March 16, 2018
6:52:39 AM
Entry #: 4244620
| Does this also apply to the Masters league?
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| JAG 28
March 18, 2018
3:01:41 PM
Entry #: 4244816
| Hey Water55 if it applies to the Masters it will probably save about 3 minutes every month
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| Purelife
March 26, 2018
11:39:05 AM
Entry #: 4245445
| I like the hit, sit and go get rule.
As the weather warms up by thoughts ——-
• Start fresh this season
• Smile big during every game
• Eat right after the game
• Train hard all season
• Live healthy
• Be kind to my teammates
• Be humble
• Be yourself
• Take a chance in the bases
• Push your limits
• Make a difference with the bat
• Learn something new about the game
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| Goldglover1
March 28, 2018
7:03:25 PM
Entry #: 4245660
| I know a guy from another league who was using a bomb squad baker bat and it was really hitting well.
All of a sudden it just seems dead.
No jump and seems to be lacking any distance.
No cracks. Breaks or anything that would suggest its broken.
Is this common or is this something he could fix with some more break in?
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| Yaya
March 29, 2018
6:47:19 AM
Entry #: 4245678
| I had a demarini fly swatter that was absolutely fire, one day she just died. It probably had numerous hits on it before she went. There was no indication that she was on its last leg, no cracks, rattles, nothing.
You should be able to pick up another batfor cheap these days.
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| JAG 28
March 30, 2018
8:35:01 PM
Entry #: 4245725
| Must be the Donaldson Dead bat disease
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| Eau55
April 17, 2018
2:18:18 AM
Entry #: 4246924
| so my guess is that spring is the worst season in Markham because not only is it the season where it rains, it's also the season where there's a review of the rules. we doing the “ hit & sit rule”
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| BT
April 19, 2018
11:39:04 PM
Entry #: 4247184
| How about double headers???????
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| LB4LB
April 22, 2018
2:16:49 PM
Entry #: 4247446
| Two games one night is good.
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| Purelife
April 24, 2018
3:08:41 PM
Entry #: 4247746
| Games start on May 7
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| weetabix
April 25, 2018
1:34:07 PM
Entry #: 4247845
| According to the counter (on the main page), it indicates season starts May 14th.
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| MBA89
April 26, 2018
3:33:47 PM
Entry #: 4247951
| The first Monday in May is always scheduled but depending on the weather we may start in the second week which would be May 14.
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| Yaya
April 28, 2018
10:23:50 AM
Entry #: 4248098
| Time to dust off the glove and bat. Stretch it up and get ready for ball.
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