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Originally Posted by Az.Ump
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3.3.4 Only applies to a bat already removed pre game or during play.
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The appendix is nice because it gives an outline of what to do. However, it is not all inclusive. The rule specifically says that the coach is ejected. The reason "
during play" is added is to address bats that weren't present at the pre-game check. It's presumed that all bats inspected pre-game would meet the requirements if they were allowed in the game. The team doesn't get to have the benefit of not ejecting the coach because the team concealed the inappropriate bat pre-game. That's an even more egregious act.
You'll take note that the appendix NEVER states that the coach is ejected. However, that could not be made clearer in the rules portion of the book.
IN ALL CASES, THE HEAD COACH IS EJECTED FROM THE GAME.