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[IRISHMAFIA]

Originally Posted by RichMSN

In baseball, the ball is not dead on the third out since an advantageous fourth out appeal can happen and an appeal can only be made with a live ball (exception: NFHS).

However, the original question did not concern the appeal, but the ability for a retired runner to return and touch a missed base.

[Rich]

Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

However, the original question did not concern the appeal, but the ability for a retired runner to return and touch a missed base.

Sure. I don't see how this is really possible. The runner is out and no longer a runner, but a retired runner. I wouldn't allow the runner to return, but would uphold an appeal. Just cause the defense put him out doesn't mean they should be put at a disadvantage. If the runner was safe at second, the defense could appeal and the run wouldn't score, after all.