If they try to catch the runner stealing 2nd or 3rd, the batter is now able to try and take first, or does this only apply if it is a “dropped” pitch? Also, at what point is the batter considered to have attempted a steal? Can he take a couple steps to fake it, but then return to batting? Maybe you could speed up the game by ruling that a batter who leaves the box is ruled to be attempting to take first. Then you would have to stay in the box during your plate appearance.