Standard mechanics designate the plate umpire to move down the line and take that play at third base.The base umpire would then move into the plate area to cover a possible play at the plate in the event of a mishap at third.As a plate umpire,that is the way I prefer to cover that play as I always discuss it in my pre game conference.Some umpires prefer to have the base umpire make both calls since he already begins the play in the "C" position.In my chapter,either way is acceptable as long as it is covered in the pre game.
Jeff
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