NYY v BO

[Big Slick]

Originally Posted by Manny A

In baseball, No. An appeal like that is not allowed if the runner is immediately trying to return to the base. When that happens, the fielder must tag the runner to record the out. An appeal would only be valid if the runner is making no attempt to return to the plate after he misses it.

Is it different in softball?

I would consider this a live ball appeal of missing a base, just like missing first base. However, the catcher would have to give an indication that he is appealing the missed base, not just merely touching the plate (the 'accidental appeal'). But I would give some leeway as to what constitutes an indication.

That would be a great heads up play, but then again, they are catcher's for a reason.