So, the tie goes to the runner, unless called otherwise on the field, in which case the replay will uphold the tie going to whatever is called on the field. We've been screwed by replay and/or 50/50 calls upheld at least 6 times in the last 2 weeks. Nothing about that definition indicates that a tie is supposed to go to the runner. Actually I think it does. Bolded part seems to mean that the tag has to happen before he reaches base. If its a tie, then it hasnt happened before he got there, therefore he would be safe. Though i could be wrong since im not a lawyer, and thus dont speak legalese.