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Originally Posted by UmpJM (nee CoachJM)
Robert,
Assuming the injured player was safe at 2B, the most recent batter not currently on base may serve as a courtesy runner for the injured player (FED 4.4.1B(b) ).
JM
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Great question.. I've never seen this but nice to know it is clearly covered by rule.
A caution, however.. I would never call this runner a COURTESY RUNNER. He is definely NOT THAT. He is just a legal replacement runner.