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I think it's time to Post Papa C's FAB V concerning this issue.
The FAB 5 (When calls may be legally changed)
1. Half swing called a ball changed to strike. (OBR 9.02c CMTs 1, 2, 3)
2. Two umpires make opposite calls on the same play. (common sense: only one can be accepted)
3. An umpire misapplies a rule. (9.02b/c)
4. Home run changed to double, vice versa; fair to foul, vice versa on balls hit out of the park. (professional practice)
5. "Out" called on a tag play, but the ball falls free, and another umpire observes it. (JEA 9:15-16)
The Terrible Three (Three times a call CANNOT be legally changed after it's made)
1. Swipe tag
2. Force play (or play on BR at first)
3. Fielder on/off the bag
Makes life simpler.
Pete Booth
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Peter M. Booth
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