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Originally Posted by Mark T. DeNucci, Sr.
We all know that the BU should not have an indicator with him on the bases and that only the PU should be the only umpire telling anybody what the count is and how many outs there are. When I am the BU, I do not carry an indicator with me and when I am asked for the count or the number of outs by any player, defensive or offensive, I refer them to the PU.
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While I agree that the BU shouldn't carry an indicator, I disagree that he shouldn't be able to tell anyone how many outs there are. He is supposed to be keeping track of the outs in his head, as many situations require that knowledge. The BU is normally not concerned so much with the count, but the outs are an integral part of coverage and mechanics, so the BU should always know the correct out situation, and be able to convey that information to the coaches and players.