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Originally posted by rhsc
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Originally posted by Chess Ref
I am BU. Runner on 1B. Base hit to RF. I move in and buttonhook. I watch BR touch 1B, meanwhile there is a mosh pit breaking out at 2B. Apparently everyone, but me and my partner saw the runner overrun 2B and get tagged out. My question is while I am watching the BR who should be watching the runner advancing to 2B ?
It seems like that call should be mine but then it leaves open the possibility of something going on at 1B. I looked in the Ump Manual but couldn't find anything specific. feedback please....
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In this sitch, the BU has second and the PU has first. If there are other BRs on second or third, BU has first and second, PU has third and home. See other threads for more details.
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If communicated and covered in that manner, it is okay, but it is not the prescribed mechanic. The BU must use some common sense here and prioritize the plays.
As I said in another thread, as an umpire gains experience, s/he will get a sense of timing and know when to glance in whatever direction is necessary. Also, the R touching 2B is also the BU's responsibility and one base closer to the plate. That means this should be the first checked and, if the ball is still in the outfield, the BU should glance toward 1B to see if the BR has touched yet.
Yes, the PU can provide a little help at 1B, but if R1 got to 2B that quick, s/he should have been drifting toward 3B for a possible call.