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Originally posted by carldog
I've read about this previously here...just can't remember it: With no one on base and 1 out, Batter checks his swing on a 2-2 pitch in the dirt. Ball rolls to backstop. Ump signals/indicates a 'ball 3'. Once the catcher has retreived the ball, he requests an appeal. On appeal to the field Ump, the call is changed to strike three. Batter is instantly / easily tagged out.
First, what is the proper sequence of events here for the Umps? Was this handled well?
Also, what does a coach instruct his batter to do in this situation? If he runs to first, it looks like he is confirming / acknowledging a swing/strike. If he does not run, he risks being a dead duck.
Thanks!
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Professional instruction is that on a check swing and an uncaught pitch with two strikes, the plate umpire should immediately go to his partner for help, without waiting for the catcher or manager to request the appeal.