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Originally Posted by bob jenkins
The tag was a "play" and deserves a call. If the tag had been missed, then both the runer and the fielder need to know it so they can then act appropriately.
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Bob is correct, (as usual) even the CCA manual addresses this under general principles.
1. Umpires shall make a signal on all calls with the exception of "ball" and an obvious catch of a fly ball. Signals are to be visible, crisp and clear. Voice calls should be clearly audible.
2. All signals should project decisiveness to the teams, fans and media. Signals should not be slow to the point of appearing uncertain or causing confusion for the participants, fans or media.
I honestly think (my opinion) the umpire in this case had a brain fart and let the runner convince him there was no tag.