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Yep,
Bob:
"1) How do you know where "the next potential play" is until the ball is hit (or not), or the runner moves (or not), etc? And, if it's good for an umpire in B or C, why isn't it good for an umpire in A?"
I am not sure that I can explain this as well as my source (perhaps he will drop in):
It is my understanding that the movement is "directional" . . .
This is what I was sent:
"The tweaks that PBUC makes to mechanics create an awesome spectacle. For example, with runners on, every time the catcher prepares to throw the ball back to the pitcher, the BU hustles about four steps towards the base most likely get a throw down, if one happens. And I mean hustle. He is there and back, if the catcher doesn't go, before the pitcher receives the ball."
On the double play I was sent this:
"Second/First double plays. He makes the call at second and gets to within three or four steps of the cut out before the ball gets to F3. To PBUC, distance IS as important as angle."
On the cut-out call:
"The working area is reserved for the second call. Umpires are to be four steps from the cutout at any base (and closer if at all possible) for the first call."
Regards,
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