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Originally posted by bluezebra
Yes, and "time" is automatic. Would you handle the ball, and let it remain "live"? And, why would the ball be "live" if an umpire handles the ball, even without "time" being called. It's implied.
Bob
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I wouldn't handle it on purpose, no.
But take this play:
R3, one out. BR grounds to F3 who steps on first. Thinking it was three outs, he tosses the ball to BU who instinctively catches it. R3 holds while F3 trots toward the dugout. Ruling: FED: Dead ball. R3 returns. OBR: The umpire should drop the ball and it remains live. R3 can try to advance.
It's not "automatic time" when an umpire handles the ball under OBR.