Lineup Mgt

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Originally Posted by RKBUmp

Big argument on another board. I believe the final general consensus was you cannot accept offensive substitutions until they are actually coming up to bat or entering for another runner. My understanding was this was also a big topic of discussion at asa uic national clinic and they came to same determination.

I don't understand how that could even become a discussion at the UIC clinic.

It has never been acceptable to take projected changes. When someone tries, the immediate and consistent response is, "Coach, not now, tell me when the change actually occurs".

Only once did a coach ever insist and then got pissed because of all his BS, one of his players lost the ability to re-enter.

Some believe refusing projected changes is anal, but AFAIC, it is preventive umpiring that protects all parties involved.