[Del-Blue]

I can't seem to see where there is a problem. I read, and re-read, and re-read it again.

After three conferences, the manager requests time to discuss whatever with the defensive players>> Fourth conference. Pitcher must come out.

A mere request for time.......... That is correct, but after the request if there is a discussion with a player and coach, manager, or whatever you want to call an adult on the team, you have a charged conference.

By the way, the answer is true, if the manager does the talkingwith a player or players. If the manager just asks for time, and then the players discuss it among themselves, no conference.