Approved Mechanic? (ASA)

[IRISHMAFIA]

Originally Posted by Manny A

Problem is, "Swing?" isn't necessarily appropriate for all situations. If the batter tries to bunt and misses, but the plate umpire didn't see it, a "No" response to "Swing?" would technically be correct.

If you have to check on a bunt, you may want to move over to slow pitch

[CecilOne]

Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

If you have to check on a bunt, you may want to move over to slow pitch

The recent requirement to "draw back" has caused more defensive requests;
but this also was about linguistics, as well as rules & judgment.

[Manny A]

Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

If you have to check on a bunt, you may want to move over to slow pitch

I've had the few occasions where the batter starts to square and then the catcher stands up to receive a high pitch. It happens.

[IRISHMAFIA]

Originally Posted by Manny A

I've had the few occasions where the batter starts to square and then the catcher stands up to receive a high pitch. It happens.

Never had that happen, but can certainly understand the need to check if that occurred.