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Old Tue Feb 20, 2007, 02:51pm
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ASA Alternate Question #27

The DP, on 1B, is replaced by a substitute. Later in the game the starting DP re-enters as a batter and reaches 1B safely. A second substitute replaces the DP as a runner. During extra innings, the starting DP is a home plate with a 1-2 count when the defense brings it to the attention of the umpire. The umpire should:

A: Eject the DP for an illegal substitution
B: Replace the DP with a substitute because the original DP is still at bat
C: Disqualify the DP and replace with a legal substitute or the FLEX.
D: Disqualify the DP and replace with the Flex.


This is an illegal re-entry. Under Rule 4-6-4-a....An illegal re-entry occurs when a starting player returns to the game a second time after being substituted for twice. The effect for Rule 4-6-4 says... Any infraction of sections G2-4 that occurs are governed by the Unreported Substitute rule. Rule 4 Section 6 A-C1-9.

No where in Section 6 A-C1-9 does it describe the penalty for an unreported substitute/illegal re-entry when discovered while at bat. The rule mentions a batter reaching base safely and what to do when the infraction is brought to the attention of the umpire before and after the next pitch.

By process of elimination I've come to the conclusion that the answer is either C or D. A can't be correct because the illegal re-entry is not penalized with an ejection. The player is disqualified, but not ejected.

B can't be correct because it doesn't mention a disqualification.

I'm guessing C, because I believe you can replace the illegal player with a substitute, if one is available.

What is the procedure for a player who re-enters illegally and is discovered while at bat and where is it documented?
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