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My first thought was that this is not like directing a pitcher to remove a wristband or a fielder to play in fair territory, so I'd let the improper batter continue batting and then deal with whatever appeal ensues. After all, the OBR book says, "The proper batter may take his place in the batter's box. . . ."
However, the book also says that when the defense appeals an improper batter who has not completed his time at bat, "Abel replaces Baker" and assumes the count. Therefore, I would order the proper batter into the box and prepare to toss a coach who is obviously looking for trouble.
Once the BOO has been properly called to the umpire's attention, the penalty must be enforced.
What penalty?
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