ASA SP with stealing

[Fozzie]

Originally Posted by jimpiano

The OP asked for opinions on improvements on mechanics. I think I stated mine as to the need for a more subtle non verbal call to a runner on a dead ball negating an option to steal.

While I misidentified the DEFENSE regarding a ball short of the plate, my question still stands: Why is a called ball short of the plate different than a called ball over the plate as regards stealing?

Okay. In short.

No I don't think there is any need for any rule or mechanics change.

Jeff Merriman