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Originally Posted by UmpJM (nee CoachJM)
If a catcher asks me for time after his pitcher comes set, I will point at the catcher after calling time.
I don't recall ever pointing at a batter after granting him time.
JM
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This has been done in both MLB and MiLB for quite some time now and has found its way to college and HS ball. As in giving the reason for a balk call when calling the balk, it explains your call without waiting for a question.
I believe it's a good mechanic.