Rise in Catcher's Interference: Time for MLB Rule Enforcement?
May 15, 2024The number of catcher's interference calls in Major League Baseball is on the rise, a trend examined in today's Snyder's Soapbox.
Catchers attempting to 'steal' strikes by framing pitches and batters positioning too far back in the box are contributing factors to the increase in interference calls.
There is a call for stricter enforcement of batter's box boundaries to address the issue.
The article suggests that the adoption of an automated balls and strikes system could be a potential solution.
A recent incident involving player J.D. Martinez is cited as an example of the problems arising from the current situation.
Ensuring player safety and maintaining the integrity of the game are cited as primary reasons for needing to address the catcher's interference issue.
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CBSSports.com • May 14, 2024
Snyder's Soapbox: Time to start enforcing boundary rules around home plate to keep catchers from getting hurt