Three-Feet Rule Sparks Controversy in Orioles–Blue Jays Finish
A controversial non-call in the Orioles–Blue Jays series finale hinged on MLB's runner's lane rule: Ernie Clement appeared to stray from his base path to avoid Gunnar Henderson's tag, a move that umpires ruled within the rules, establishing the running path at the moment of the tag. The non-call allowed the Jays to rally from a 4-1 deficit to win 6-4, with Jackson Holliday later called out for deviating from the base path in the ninth. The episode highlights how baserunning rules can decisively shape game outcomes.