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I agree with Rich. I always verbalize "Batter's OUT" when BR is not entitled to try for 1B. In your situation (no runner on 1B) you can get help from your base umpire (covered in pre-game how he will signal) if F2 caught or dropped the ball, or if it hit the ground first. If he gives you the info, react accordingly, either verbalize OUT! or say nothing. If you are working alone, and are not POSITIVE that the ball was caught, then say nothing and react to F2's behavior. If he throws to F3 (or tries to tag BR), assume it was a dropped third STRIKE and let the play happen. If he quickly "shows you the ball," verbalize "Batter's OUT" as if you are 100% sure.
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