Sat Jan 02, 2010, 07:23pm
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Join Date: Sep 2000
Location: USA
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Originally Posted by Tex
I was taught this mechanic many years ago for the following reasons: home plate umpire does not show any favoritism to either team and most player changes will occur while the offensive team is coming to bat.
This is done every game, even in rec. play.
Now there are times that between innings other umpire issues may need to be completed first, but afterwards I go to the proper side position. Try to avoid even talking to the field umpire between innings, unless you really need to. Never, after a close play during the completed ½ inning. This may give the wrong impression to the coaches.
Remember, the umpires are there to umpire, not socialize.
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As stated before, I disagree with this mechanic simply because there is no logical reason for it other than fear.
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