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Originally posted by CecilOne
Of course, if it's not close, some umpires will clean the plate a few more times to be sure the time is used.
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You cut me to the quick, sir! I would NEVER do that!
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BTW, is it customary to inform the coaches when you think it's the probable last inning for a time limit?
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I always do.
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And then, do you look more closely for stalling by the leading team?
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If the game is close, yes I look for it and try to keep things moving. Otherwise, however, it is better to have the coach do it than for me to suddenly become anal about a clean plate!