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Originally Posted by tibear
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Difference in rulebooks:
OBR: "That's a balk!.....wait for play to end..(if all runners don't advance at least one base or batter doesn't reach first) TIME!!!!"
FED: "TIME!! That's a balk!"
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Correct.
Calling balks properly when working under FED helps prevent unnecessary discussions.
Callin balks in the same manner under both codes might be helpful to those who can't remember which rule is applicable, but if you still have at least three remaining brain cells functioning, it is an unnecessary crutch.