[bobbybanaduck]

as previously stated it's just to let everyone know who did what in case anyone wants to know. as NOT previously stated, in pro ball it is also for the radio and tv guys. it's not asked for by them, and i don't know if all of them take advantage of it, but some that i have talked to in my travels have brought it up and thanked me for it as it gives them a little xtra information to give to their viewers/listeners.

"time asked for by the catcher."

"they probably weren't on the same page and want to avoid a cross up."

or

"time granted to the batter."

"the pitcher took a little too long there. batter's don't like to wait around for that long and he wanted the opportunity to step out and get reset."

as opposed to

"time called at the plate."