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Originally Posted by SanDiegoSteve
Yes, the FED changed the rule, but SC still uses the old rule for some reason.
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The reason is that the assistant executive director for baseball likes the old "no appeal" rule.
None of us (umpires) have any idea how to apply this rule in the event we have a time-play issue. Normally, on a time play you would see what happens first (1) the live-action appeal or (2) the other runner crossing the plate.
What do we do? Do we wait to call the other runner out for missing the base to allow the run to score? Or do we call him out immediately and not allow the run.
They really haven't thought this thru. If it ever arises on my field, I'll use my "common sense".