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			Dave-
 Under FED rules, I believe the defense has lost the right to appeal since the defense (in this case the pitcher) initiated a subsequent play (a balk in this case).  The only exception to this is if the offense initiates a play first (ie attempts to steal and the pitcher attempts to drive back the runner).  Unfortunately I don't have my rules/case book with me but I believe that is the ruling.
 
 -Josh
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