Calling what you see or what they see

[JRutledge]

Sit #1:

First thing you should always take your time on a play like this and let the players tell you what happen or give an indication of what happen. If the player is not selling that they got hit, then it is easy. If the batter does not give you a clear indication, then you have to make a decision. I think if you waited you would not have sent the batter to first.

Sit #2:

IMO this is an obvious call. You were hit and the fielder clearly misplayed the ball. Who cares what the offense says at that point, but you probably should be quick to make that call. All I can say after that is try not to get hit. That is sometimes easier said than done, but it is not very common.

Peace