BigTex,
Again, interesting theory, but it doesn't really jibe with
Quote:
7.01
A runner acquires the right to an unoccupied base when he touches it before he is out. He is then entitled to it until he is put out, or forced to vacate it for another runner legally entitled to that base.
|
very well, does it?
Now I certainly don't have anything definitive that says the balk should be enforced in this situation - but that seems the ruling most in accord with what the rules say, at least to me.
And I certainly haven't seen anything definitive, or convincing, that says the balk should be disregarded.
JM