Missed Third Strike & Abandonment

[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by BigGuy

You got the call right. The only thing you did wrong was use the words "no catch". It's up to the offensive team to figure out that the ball wasn't caught and the defensive team to figure a play needs to be made at first. If the ball is caught, you can say "strike three, batter's out". Saying "no catch" is coaching the offensive team.

Actually, it's just the opposite. Although I'd be likely to assume the "no catch" (and thus not verbalize it) was obvious if the ball went to the backstop. And, of course, I do call the batter out if he starts to run when he's not legally allowed to.