Thread: Calling IP
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Old Tue Feb 28, 2012, 09:42pm
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Good question regarding whether there is an actual "effect" difference if you do or don't rule on the pitch as a ball or strike.

It's a shame that it has led so many clones to regurgitate the discussion on how loud to call an illegal pitch.

People should really start a new thread if they want to start a string of non-responsive answers.


Always make the call. The coach will have the option to take the result of the play (assuming all runners, including the batter, haven't advanced safely one base). Without having a complete play, the umpire wouldn't be able to articulate the result of the play. Who knows what coaches may do and why.

With that said, if you use an indicator, I recommend not clicking anything if you hear your partner call an illegal pitch. That way, when you go to register it, you don't have to erase strikes and add a ball, etc.
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