Imagine a baseball game where a clever trick can change the course of an inning. Back in 1914, St. Louis Cardinals manager Miller Huggins did just that by convincing a young Brooklyn Dodger pitcher to toss him the ball.
The pitcher complied, and Huggins let the ball bounce away, allowing a base runner to score. This incident highlighted the need for clear rules on coach interference.
Baseball’s rulebook has since evolved, but the interpretation of these rules can still spark debates. Rule h, for instance, seems straightforward but often hinges on an umpire’s judgment, leading to controversy.