[PeteBooth]

Originally posted by Boone

I however can't see in FED how we protect the runner just because he slows down. If batter is out on appeal, then the result of the play at second stands.

FED rule 10-2-3l

The UIC will rectify any situation in which an umpires decision that was reversed has placed either team at a disadvantage.

If R1 after hearing Ball 4 slowed down and the call was then changed to a strike, obviously strike 3 stands for out number 2, but we do not record the out on r1. R1 would be sent back to first base.

Here's a FED case play to illustrate

FED case play 10-2-3H

With a full count on B1 and r1 on first base, B1 takes what appears to be a half swing. The PU calls Ball 4 and R1 upon hearing ball four then trots to second base. F2 throws the ball to F4 who tags r1 before he reaches base. F2 asks the PU to check with the BU to see if B1 did in fact attempt to hit the pitch. The BU indicates that B1 did swing at the ball.

RULING: The PU will declare B1 out and return R1 to first base. The UIC can rectify any situation in which an umpire's decision that was reversed has placed a base runner in jeopardy.

Pete Booth