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Originally Posted by AtlUmpSteve
Accurate answer; yes, if you detect it, it has been discovered.
Real world answer; detecting it when you can use preventative officiating, do it.
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Hmmm, interesting thought. Would you provide an example of when the umpire can use preventative officiating to prevent an unreported substitute pitcher from pitching without the situation being fixed?
If I notice a new pitcher warming up between innings, I will go up to her coach and ask, "Who's the new pitcher?" But I've also been told I have no business checking with the coach, because I'm essentially negating the opposing team's opportunity to take advantage of a violation. Which is the correct action?