Game Situation: Runners Switch Positions
With one out and the score tied in the bottom of the last inning, R1 (on 1st base) advances to 2nd base on the batter's (B1) walk. The defense calls "time" to huddle to discuss the situation. When the umpire puts the ball back in play, the defense discovers that B1 and R1 have swapped positions on the bases -- so that a much faster B1 could score from 2nd base to win the game. What does the umpire do now?
a. B1 (standing on 2nd base) is declared out
b. R1 (standing on 1st base) is declared out
c. Both B1 and R1 are out
d. Neither runner is out, just return them to their proper bases
e. Hope your partner knows what to do