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While I agree with the points of my brethren in the posts above, I think perhaps the umpire did hold the previous day's activities against you more than he should. You could have helped that at the end of the previous game with a handshake and a "Nice game blue - I know I was a little vocal earlier, but I know you guys have a tough job to do, and I appreciate your coming out here for the kids", or something along those lines.
That said - I always start each game fresh. I see the same coaches over and over. Sometimes in consecutive games even. Bygones are bygones. If you'd been quiet all game, and came out calmly, I'd have given you a second to ask your question. Umpire shouldn't have shut you down that quickly.
One other suggestion - ask for time, have your timeout granted, and THEN come out of the dugout. It's much less confrontational than just calling time and approaching blue.
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West Houston Mike
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