Rule 3-5-E-1

[Steve M]

Gotta use some discretion with the enforcement of this rule - part of that will depend on the age & skill level involved. I'm pretty sure that the book and/or case book mention our discretion as to the intent of the rule and player safety. That being said.....

Play 1
Since you've taken the out for helmet removal, that's a timing play. Defense can still get a force, but they've gotta do it right away.

Play 2
Proper discretion would not call Charles out on this play. But since there's a helemt removal out, yes Baker is still awarded 2B. If Baker stays at 1B, the base ump should point and say "You, second base. Now."

Play 3
Gotta think about survivable calls on the field. Technically, Abel is out on the force at 2B.

Steve M