🚫The obstruction rule prevents fielders from blocking runners without possession of the ball.
🔁Replay can overturn the umpire's safe call if obstruction is involved.
🔄Obstruction calls are not reviewable, but the tag on the base is.
⚠️Obstruction does not require intent; it only requires the fielder to hinder the runner's progress.
⛔The purpose of the obstruction rule is to close the loophole of fielders using their legs to block runners.
How can replay overturn the umpire's safe call?
—Replay can overturn the call if obstruction is involved and the runner didn't touch the base before the tag.
Is obstruction an intentional act by the fielder?
—No, obstruction does not require intent. It only requires the fielder to hinder the runner's progress.
Can obstruction be reviewed by replay?
—No, obstruction calls are not reviewable. However, the tag on the base can be reviewed if necessary.
Why is the obstruction rule important?
—The obstruction rule prevents fielders from using their legs to block runners without possession of the ball, closing a loophole in the game.
What is the purpose of the obstruction rule?
—The purpose of the obstruction rule is to ensure fair play and prevent fielders from hindering the runner's progress without any need to occupy that space.
00:02A controversial play in baseball raises questions about the obstruction rule.
00:07The umpire's safe call is overturned due to obstruction.
00:17Replay can overturn the umpire's call if obstruction is involved.
00:27Obstruction calls are not reviewable, but the tag on the base is.
00:50Obstruction does not require intent; it only requires hindering the runner's progress.
01:22Fielders blocking runners with their legs is the target of the obstruction rule.
02:23Obstruction can occur even without intent or possession of the ball.
03:17The purpose of the obstruction rule is to close the loophole of fielders hindering runners.
