deceptive pickoff play mechanics question

[john5396]

I'm not saying that I would do anything to help sell the fake.

I was suckered by the fake and was facing 1B. I agree I should have turned back and found the ball. That was the mistake that I need to learn from.

[jicecone]

I think you have learned your lesson for the day. Remember it. Keep your eye on the ball.

The runner can't afford to be watching you and be observant of what's going on too. Zero chance you helped in selling the fake, you just got faked.

It happens

[scrounge]

Originally Posted by john5396

I'm not saying that I would do anything to help sell the fake.

I was suckered by the fake and was facing 1B. I agree I should have turned back and found the ball. That was the mistake that I need to learn from.

ok, gotcha, misread that at first....indeed, just stay with the ball and you're good...not much is happening without it.