Is there a mechanic for this ?

[Dakota]

Originally Posted by DeputyUICHousto

and not thinking clearly but would it really matter which runner was out and which was not. Won't you still have a runner on 3rd with the same number of outs?

I guess preventative... you don't want the wrong player to believe she is out, leave the base, and then be tagged out.

[NCASAUmp]

Originally Posted by Dakota

I guess preventative... you don't want the wrong player to believe she is out, leave the base, and then be tagged out.

Not to mention the fact that you're assuming that all runners are created equal. Some are faster than others, some are slower than others. It's best to get the call right.