umpire-catcher courtesies

[CecilOne]

I see no reason to fake the delay, checking a player's well being is too important and besides, I prefer the player and coach to know I think so and allow them to be realistic, not rushed by me. Struck in the head, more time, watchng the player walk and looking the player in the eye to help my opinion about possible concussion.

Yes, a catcher was instructed by coach to ask for time (of course, he said "call") when I took a hard hit. That was appreciated, but in the very few cases I need it, I will call time for myself as well. Like the other day, needed ice on my hand to reduce swelling. No big deal, stop the timer, take care of it.

[MD Longhorn]

I always make sure the player is ready to continue... and then it always seems the plate is a little dirty right at that moment.