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Why can a catcher not touch the ball with his mask?

Anonymous

∙ 14y ago

Updated: 10/21/2022

By rule, any defensive player may only touch a live ball with his glove or hand. This is to prevent an unfair advantage to the fielder since it is easier to catch or stop a ball with the larger surface of a mask or cap.

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