Steal play at third base

2-umpire 0 outs R1 & R2 steal at 3B - U2 angle before distance featured image
Mechanics for the 2-umpire system on a steal at 3B.

Situation

0 outs ~ R1 & R2

  1. From B position, U2 moves toward the imaginary 45′ line between third base and home – this is a play where angle over distance is important for U2
  2. U2 stops to observe critical action
  3. UIC monitors throw from catcher for possible batter interference
  4. UIC observes play at 3B

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