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Originally Posted by CecilOne
If the runner goes to 2nd because of a bad throw, the BU should be able to get a good enough angle to cover 2nd. More of a problem is if the runner misjudges and the throw goes to 2nd.
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That is easier said than done. If there is a bad throw, that runner is going to get a nice jump on the BU coming from foul ground. On top of catching the runner, the BU also needs to worry about possibly avoiding a bad throw, a fielder trying to catch the bad throw, possibly an excited coach waving like a windmill on speed. Even then, depending on where the ball ends up, to get into a proper position, the umpire may cross in front of a possible throwing lane.
Too many things could go wrong with this to rely on it. PU should always be alert to the possibility of needing to pick-up a trapped partner's call. If the PU executes the prescribed mechanics properly, it shouldn't be an issue.