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If the dropping of the bat was obviously accidental and the pitcher pitched (without a balk) would it be an automatic swing (strike)?
Why would it be an automatic swing (strike) if pitch is clearly a ball?
Rule 6.03 states: The batter's legal position shall be with both feet within the batter's box.
I don't even see in any rule book where a bat is needed.
But, IMO, in any case, it would be a no pitch. In my judgement, the dropping of the bat would be disruptive and an unfair advantage to both teams.
Suppose the pitch hit the bat, or, interferred with the catcher fielding the ball with runners on. Or, etc...
Eliminate the what if's, and kill the play and let's do it again!
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