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Originally Posted by LMan
I had a coach the other day vigorously insist to me that since the 'black' was not part of the plate, I had to ball all pitches that only touched the black.
I asked to borrow his microscope for the next game.
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Without trying to sound like a smarta$$, whatever "your" strike zone, technically the coach is correct, the black is not a part of the plate.
1-2-10 specifies a whitened slab. If some day you are inclined to actually measure the plate, you'll find the black is actually outside the official measurements. I realize all of you seasoned vets know this - I'm just providing feedback for the newbie who for whatever reason has heard both sides, and is entitled to the rule book answer.