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Don't be afraid to bring this to the attention of plate umpire. If you notice, call time and say "Fred, we need a different courtesy runner. # 22 already ran for the pitcher and cannot run for the catcher." (Rule 8-9-1)
The penalty is sttep if you do not prevent this from happening. As Rachel said the illegal substitute is daclared out and ALSO is restricted to the dugout for the remainder of the game. Rule 3-4-1 Penalty.
After the game you may want to politely talk about the situation and if partner does not know the rule and WANTS to learn go over the above mentioned rules to show how important it is for the plate umpire to record ALL substitutions per Rule 3-3...The plate umpire SHALL record all subtitutions on the line-up card.....
Of course, if your partner doesn't want to discuss anything then walk away and hope either he/she gets a better attitude toward umpiring or does everyone a favor and quits.
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