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Speaking ASA
Run counts. Any time a runner passes a base they are considered to have touched that base for the purpose of the rules, but still subject to proper appeal by the defense.
The defense did not appeal PRIOR to the runner returning to touch the plate. It is a timing play. Had the defense appealed prior to the touch, then you may have an argument. However, in ASA continual play is allowed even after the 3rd out as a 4th out is possible by ASA standards.
BTW, there should be no signal at the plate other than the PU pointing at the plate or runner and declaring "Run scores".
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