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Even though i know most umpires wont call it, isnt the Defensive dugout yelling "hey batter, hey batter,,,SWING" against the rules? I know many wont call that in a game, but what about if an offensive coach complains about it to the umpire? then are you required to enforce the rule? Makes the umpire look bias if he "doesnt call everything" unless a coach complains about it.
The whole umbrella of what is and what is not "unsportsmanlike conduct" seems a bit ... gray.. but that is why im posting. I want to learn all i can from the more educated umpires.
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