Ok I get it now. They should at least let the batter bat again instead of an auto out. Defense gets no punishment for fugging up.
A good read on the IFR https://www.baseballmonkey.com/learn/infield-fly-rule-explained#:~:text=What happens if you drop,advance at their own risk.
The out call is immediately made by the umpire(s), when the ball is deemed catchable by an infielder in fair territory. They don't wait to see the result of the play. It let's everyone know the situation.
If Diaz can get his plate discipline under control he's gonna be a monster, he hits the ball really f**king hard.
Man I just wish we would make the transition from Maldonado to Diaz. It's time. Diaz full season of ABs projects to 24 HRs and 56 RBIs.
Diaz is our guy, would love for him to get more time, hopefully that happens by the end of the season