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Originally Posted by NewUmpinCT
I know catcher interference on a pitched ball (catcher's glove is hit by swinging bat) is an award of 1st base for the batter. What if the catcher pops up and I the plate ump don't see it, (note there was also a foul tip to the backstop on the play) but the batter and offensive coach are going crazy... I did not award anything because I couldn't and didn't see it.
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You can't award for an action you did not see. Typically I've found that it is obvious when the catcher's glove is hit by the bat. It's a distinct sound. However, you can always ask your partner if he saw anything (in a closed meeting). Chances are he'll not see anything so you have a foul ball.
-jsoh