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Originally posted by WestMichBlue
We had a discussion a few months ago about implied times out; ie., brushing plate, checking for count. My assumption is that we wait for all play to cease before taking either of these actions.
My question is "do you have an implied TO when you go to partner on a checked swing?"
Let's assume R1 comes way off 2B on the pitch. Batter tries to hold up and PU calls BALL. F2 asks PU to check with BU. While everyone is looking to PU for his call, R1 breaks for 3B and beats the throw from a surprised F2.
Legal?
WMB
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Speaking ASA, I don't think there is nothing "implied" about it. ASA 10.8.B, E & H covers it. Just because the umpire doesn't raise both hands and pronounce "TIME" doesn't mean they cannot suspend play when necessary.
If the runner is moving prior to the PU asking for help, s/he should be aware of the situation, let the play finish and then ask for help on the swing. If the runner is moving on the pitch, the BU is going to be just a bit busy with the runner as it is if they are doing their job.
Once the umpire steps out from behind the plate, no action is possible other than the request and response.