Aging_Arbiter

Greetings & Salutations. MST suggested that I put some info up prior to busting anyone elses balls (or strikes). I've been umpiring for about 17 years. I'm currently living in PA and work a myriad of games from LL baseball, to travel ball, to softball. Although I don't have a row of baseballs under my screen name (what the heck is that for anyway?), I'll be putting my two cents worth in, as I can. I try not to insert foot into mouth too often, so please dont be upset if I try to help you remove yours. -AA

If you talk to them, the same way that you type, it's understandable.

Is "Dead ball" really a taught mechanic or call? I was under the impression that "TIME" was the call, and that alone creates a "dead ball" situation. Feed back appreciated.....I won't leave in a huff.