The Oakland A’s and Texas Rangers had a good ol’ play at the plate Monday night. In the 5th inning, with the score tied 1-1, the A’s hit a single up the middle. Texas outfielder Drew Robinson threw home to his catcher, Robinson Chirinos, who tagged out Oakland baserunner Jonathan Lucroy trying to score. Here’s the play (or click here for full video):
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The question is whether Chirinos illegally blocked the running lane. If he did, then the call should have been overturned and Lucroy should have been safe due to obstruction.