Can checked swing be a 'fourth out' appeal?

[ctblu40]

Originally Posted by bob jenkins

It might get confusing for BU if the pitch is in the dirt and PU asks immediately (as he's supposed to.) Now, BU should rule on the swing immediately and be turning for the play at second, and must recognize that it's now a force play and be ready for a throw-back to first if R1 is not retired at second. That's a lot, but that's why BU gets paid the big bucks.

Wow! In this sitch, BU has made three decisions without a ball being batted! Hat's off to this guy, he's on top of it tonight!

Personally, I can see myself kicking this play all to he11!