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Originally Posted by AtlUmpSteve
Almost true. However, the umpire must accept that reporting before the sub is officially in the game.
Otherwise, there would be no way for the umpire to refuse an illegal substitution, as we are expected to as preventative officiating.
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How can an almost direct quote(i should have said "plate" instead of "game" umpire) from the rule book be almost true?
I agree that the plate umpire has to accept the reporting. I assumed, as apparently the rule book does as well, that the umpire has accepted the substitute.
Suppose the coach wants to put in his flex to bat for someone other than the DP? Suppose he still insists on making the sub after you informed him that is illegal? Do you allow the sub and then wait for an appeal by the defense?