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I'm standing by my call. Do you honestly believe that the 2 runners and a BR all heard this umpire make a statement that is not even recongnized as a "call" and simultaneously stopped running? I doubt it.
I've been there as a player and an umpire. These runners also have coaches to direct them what to do. NOTHING alleviates a runner's responsibility to touch ALL the bases in proper order. The umpire's erroneous declaration did NOT place the runners in jeopardy as this was an over-the-fence home run and they were entitled to advance without liability.
Sorry, but the offense is just as responsible as all other participants to know the game and the rules which apply.
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