Award after throw goes dead

[Rich Ives]

Remember, a manager has to think "overall" as he is half offense/half defense.

I think only awarding 3B is equivalent to having the umpires announce that there is a retouch rquirement, thus an appeal opportunity. As the rules require the defense to recognize and make an appeal, this is contrary to the spirit of the rules. Therefore the initial award of home is proper.

I also think that the runner should still forfeit his opportunity to go back if he touches the next base after the ball goes into DBT. However, the MLBUM ruling is silent as to this play, so it doesn't directly address the situation. It needs to be asked.