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Originally Posted by Thom Coste
I don't see anything there that prohibits me from warning the other team.
Ozzy said I "cannot warn the offense for something F1 does." I contend that I am within the rules at that point to tell the offense that if their pitcher throws at a batter it will be construed as intentional and he will be ejected.
If that is not a warning, then OK, I didn't warn them. I'll just eject.
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From 10-2-3f
f. Penalize for rule infractions, such as balk, interference, baserunning infractions, delay, unwarranted disputing of decision, or unsportsmanlike conduct.
A warning is a form of penalty and I can't find anything in the rules that prohibits an umpire giving a warning for anything (unless the offense is automatic ejection)
I would also emphasize to both coaches what was discussed in the pregame meeting about good sportsmanship