Missed Plate

[Dave Reed]

Lapopez,

Rita C quoted from the MLBUM and that is the best source for rules interpretations. However, it is not available publicly. The PBUC Umpires Manual, which is the manual used in the minor leagues, is not as comprehensive as the MLBUM, but much of the content is the same. In particular, your question is answered in the PBUC manual, using (for the most part) language which is identical to the MLBUM. It is available from the PBUC for $20, including shipping.

http://web.minorleaguebaseball.com/m...c=_ump_manuals

You may also be able to find it at various online suppliers of umpiring equipment. Both Gerry Davis and Jim Evans list it as available on their websites.

[Dave Reed]

Now, regarding FED. From the 2008 Casebook: (my bolding for emphasis)

8.2.2 SITUATION M: With R1 on second, B2 hits a grounder to left field. R1 touches third base but misses the plate in attempting to score. F7 having thrown home, F2 steps on the missed base to retire R1 and throws to F6 in an attempt to put out B2: (a) before R1 attempts to return home; or (b) after R1 attempts to return to touch home plate. RULING: (a) Upon proper defensive appeal, R1 would be ruled out. (b) Since R1 initiated action prior to the defense touching the plate, R1 must be tagged to record the out. R1 may legally return to touch home if he has not touched the steps of the dugout and if a subsequent runner has not yet scored.

etn_ump said it much more succinctly, but I hope this reply is convincing for FED.