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Originally Posted by AtlUmpSteve
Tom, the rule exists because several bats had colors so identical to the ball that players (and umpires!!) had difficulty seeing the ball off the bat; and the delay in recognizing the ball movement was considered a safety issue. .
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Are these the same type of folks that argue a pitcher wearing mirrored sunglasses is a distraction to the batter? 
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The bat issue in softball is as much about liability, insurance and litigation as it is about competition, inflated egos and softball.
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