Canada/US difference

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Originally Posted by GROUPthink

I don't know about that -- let's assume they're working 2-umpire mechanics. The THIRD base coach, *not* the manager, walked out to the base umpire to discuss a play.

Do we let base coaches who are not the manager come out onto the field to discuss plays?

I think there's something missing from the story, myself.

Do I?

As long as it is in a respectful manner, what is wrong with being CIVIL.

The rules don't give us authority to grant permission for "LETTING people out of their boxes". If they choose to do it, and it is not in conformance with the rules, then they pay the penalty.

Sometimes officials assume way too much authority than explictly given and then when things go screwy on them, because they walked on the field with attitude, can't understand what went wrong.

I realize that is not the norm but, it happens.