Quote:
|
Originally Posted by BigGuy
it's because that's the way I was originally taught - runner doesn't touch base but passes it, I was taught, don't make SAFE call. Since joining this forum I have seen many say the way to do is call the runner safe, then let defense appeal the missed base. I have been trying to get clarification from some in our organization, but I haven't gotten any response. However, I am beginning to lean in the direction of the safe/appeal. I'm still not 100% convinced it's right to call a runner safe that hasn't touched the base, but I'm getting there and definitely see the logic.  |
You're calling him safe because he beat the throw, and is not yet out. And if the folks that taught you the mechanic would attend any clinics outside your organization, they would be educated in the way we are supposed to call this situation.