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Originally Posted by tibear
Had a junior game(19-21 year olds) the other night, batter up with a count of 2-2, next pitch is about an inch inside and I ball the pitch. Catcher was already standing ready to throw to third when I made the call. Pitcher gave me a look but didn't say anything.
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A pitch one "inch inside" is a ball? The pitcher had a legitimate gripe. Some times, it pays for the umpire to listen to the griping. After you hear it, then shut it down and consider making an adjustment to your timing and/or judgment.