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If a team is using the DP/FLEX and has no substitutes, they may continue to play with only 8 batters and 9 defensive players only if the player leaving the game is due to injury or a disqualification (rule violation). Under no circumstances can the game be continued shorthanded as a result of an ejection (unsportsmanlike conduct).
Therefore, if the #3 hitter gets hurt stealing 2nd base and she is not the DP or FLEX, the game may continue with the normal 9 defensive players (remember any 9 players of the 10 on the lineup card may play defense) and now the #3 batting spot is vacant meaning we have an out every time that position is up to bat.
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