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<h1 id="constitution-and-bylaws"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.</span> Constitution and Bylaws<a class="headerlink" href="#constitution-and-bylaws" title="Permanent link"></a></h1>
<h1 id="league-bylaws"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.</span> League Bylaws<a class="headerlink" href="#league-bylaws" title="Permanent link"></a></h1>
<h2 id="name"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.1</span> Name<a class="headerlink" href="#name" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>The name of the corporation as incorporated and existing under and by virtue of the Illinois General Not for Profit Corporation Act of 1986, as amended ("the Act") shall be the Chicago Metropolitan Baseball League (the "League"). The League shall have powers as are now or as may hereafter be granted by the Act.</p>
<h2 id="purpose"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.2</span> Purpose<a class="headerlink" href="#purpose" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>This League is organized exclusively for such social and athletic purposes as will qualify under Illinois statue for a non-profit corporation. It has been formed for the purpose of serving its member franchises ("Member Franchises") by organizing the finest amateur baseball league in the State of Illinois and Midwest; a league where an up and coming young prospect for professional baseball may play and develop; where the talented veteran player can enjoy playing among the best competition; and bring friendship and sportsmanship to the League and its community.</p>
<p>This League is organized exclusively for such social and athletic purposes as will qualify under Illinois statute for a non-profit corporation. It has been formed for the purpose of serving its member franchises ("Member Franchises") by organizing the finest amateur baseball league in the State of Illinois and Midwest; a league where an up and coming young prospect for professional baseball may play and develop; where the talented veteran player can enjoy playing among the best competition; and bring friendship and sportsmanship to the League and its community.</p>
<h2 id="powers"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.3</span> Powers<a class="headerlink" href="#powers" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>The League shall have and exercise all rights and powers conferred on corporations under the Act, provided, however, that the League is not empowered to engage in any activity which in itself is not in furtherance of its purposes and limitations as set forth in these Constitutions and Bylaws.</p>
<p>The League shall have and exercise all rights and powers conferred on corporations under the Act, provided, however, that the League is not empowered to engage in any activity which in itself is not in furtherance of its purposes and limitations as set forth in these Bylaws.</p>
<h2 id="limitations"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.4</span> Limitations<a class="headerlink" href="#limitations" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Constitution and Bylaws (the "Bylaws"), the following rules shall conclusively bind the League and all persons acting for or on behalf of it:</p>
<p>Notwithstanding any other provisions of these Bylaws, the following rules shall conclusively bind the League and all persons acting for or on behalf of it:</p>
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<p>No part of the net earnings of the League shall inure to the benefit of, or be distributable to, any director of the League, officer of the League, or any other private individual (except that reasonable compensation may be paid for services rendered to or for the League affecting one or more of its purposes). No director, officer, member, or any private individual shall be entitled to share in the distribution of any of the corporate assets upon dissolution of the League.</p>
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<p>No substantial part of the activities of the League shall be the carrying on of propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation, and the League shall not participate in, or intervene in (including the publication or distribution of statements) any political campaign on behalf of or in opposition to any candidate for public office.</p>
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<p>The League shall not conduct or carry on any activities not permitted to be conducted or carried on by an organization exempt from taxation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Code and its regulations as they now exist or as they may hereafter be amended, or by an organization, contributions to which are deductible under Section 170(c)(2) of the Code and regulations as they now exist or as they may hereafter be amended.</p>
<p>The League shall not conduct or carry on any activities not permitted to be conducted or carried on by an organization exempt from taxation under state or federal law.</p>
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<h2 id="principal-office"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.5</span> Principal Office.<a class="headerlink" href="#principal-office" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h2 id="principal-office"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.5</span> Principal Office<a class="headerlink" href="#principal-office" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>The League shall have and continuously maintain a principal office at such location in the State of Illinois as may be determined by the League's Board of Directors.</p>
<h2 id="registered-office-and-agent"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.6</span> Registered Office and Agent.<a class="headerlink" href="#registered-office-and-agent" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
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<p>The League shall have and maintain a registered office and agent in the State of Illinois in accordance with the requirements of the act. </p>
<h2 id="directors"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.7</span> Directors<a class="headerlink" href="#directors" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
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<h3 id="number-and-qualifications"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.7.2</span> Number and Qualifications<a class="headerlink" href="#number-and-qualifications" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The League's Board of Directors shall be composed of at least three (3) Directors ("Director") or such other greater number of Directors established by the Board of Directors from time to time. An individual need not be a manager of a Member Franchise in order to be a Director.</p>
<h3 id="election-and-term-of-office"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.7.3</span> Election and Term of Office<a class="headerlink" href="#election-and-term-of-office" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Directors shall be elected at the annual meeting of the League by the affirmative vote of a majority of Member Franchises in good standing. Each Member Franchise in good standing shall have one (1) vote, cast by its Manager or designated representative. The term of office of each Director shall be until the next annual meeting. Directors shall hold office until the expiration of the term for which such Director is elected and until such Director's successor has been elected or until the Director's death, resignation, or removal. Directors may serve successive terms.</p>
<p>Directors shall be elected at the annual meeting of the Members of the League by the affirmative vote of a majority of Member Franchises in Good Standing. Each Member Franchise in Good Standing shall have one (1) vote, cast by its Manager or designated representative. The term of office of each Director shall be until the next annual meeting. Directors shall hold office until the expiration of the term for which such Director is elected and until such Director's successor has been elected or until the Director's death, resignation, or removal. Directors may serve successive terms.</p>
<h3 id="resignation-and-removal"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.7.4</span> Resignation and Removal<a class="headerlink" href="#resignation-and-removal" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Any Director may resign by written notice delivered to the Board of Directors or to the Commissioner or Secretary of the League. Any Director may be removed, with or without cause, by the affirmative vote of a majority of the Directors then in office. Any vacancy may be filled by the Board of Directors until the next annual meeting, at which time the seat shall be submitted for election by Member Franchises in good standing.</p>
<p>Any Director may resign by written notice delivered to the Board of Directors or to the Commissioner or Secretary of the League. Any Director may be removed, with or without cause, by the affirmative vote of a majority of the Directors then in office. Any vacancy may be filled by the Board of Directors until the next annual meeting, at which time the seat shall be submitted for election by Member Franchises in Good Standing.</p>
<h3 id="compensation"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.7.5</span> Compensation<a class="headerlink" href="#compensation" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The Directors shall serve without compensation.</p>
<h2 id="officers"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.8</span> Officers<a class="headerlink" href="#officers" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="designation"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.8.1</span> Designation<a class="headerlink" href="#designation" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The officers of the League shall be a Commissioner, a Treasurer, and a Secretary. All offices shall be filled by an affirmative vote of the Board on an annual basis. Other Officers may be created by the Directors at their discretion. Officers may serve successive terms.</p>
<p>The officers of the League shall be a Commissioner, a Treasurer, and a Secretary. All offices shall be filled by an affirmative vote of the Board on an annual basis. Other Officers may be created by the Directors at their discretion. Officers may be, but are not required to be, a Director of the Board. Officers may serve successive terms.</p>
<h3 id="resignation-and-removal_1"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.8.2</span> Resignation and Removal<a class="headerlink" href="#resignation-and-removal_1" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Any Officer may resign by written notice delivered to the Board of Directors or to the Commissioner or Secretary of the League. Any Officer may be removed, with or without cause, by the affirmative vote of a majority of the Directors then in office. Any vacancy may be filled by the Board of Directors.</p>
<h2 id="officer-duties"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.9</span> Officer Duties<a class="headerlink" href="#officer-duties" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="commissioner"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.9.1</span> Commissioner<a class="headerlink" href="#commissioner" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The Commissioner shall </p>
<p>The Commissioner shall</p>
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<li>Preside at meetings of the Membership and of the Board of Directors.</li>
<li>Execute contracts in the name of and on behalf of the League, with approval of the board or in accordance with the budget approved by the Board.</li>
<li>Prepare and propose the League’s budget for approval by the Board.</li>
<li>Shall perform such other duties as may be determined by the board of directors, and shall perform and discharge such other duties as generally devolve upon a chief executive officer.</li>
<li>Shall perform such other duties as may be determined by the Board of Directors, and shall perform and discharge such other duties as generally devolve upon a chief executive officer.</li>
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<h3 id="treasurer"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.9.2</span> Treasurer<a class="headerlink" href="#treasurer" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The Treasurer shall keep or, at the discretion of the Board cause to be kept, correct and complete records showing accurately at all times the financial condition of League; shall be legal custodian of all monies and other valuables which may from time to time come into the possession of the League; shall maintain a bank account in the name of League; shall prepare and file or, at the discretion of the board, cause to be prepared and filed, all required corporation tax forms and reports; shall furnish at meetings of the Board of Directors and Membership or whenever requested by the Board of Directors, a statement of the financial condition of the League; shall maintain or, at the discretion of the Board, cause to be maintained a roster of active Members in good standing; and shall perform such other duties as the Board of Directors may prescribe.</p>
<p>The Treasurer shall keep or, at the discretion of the Board cause to be kept, correct and complete records showing accurately at all times the financial condition of League; shall be legal custodian of all monies and other valuables which may from time to time come into the possession of the League; shall maintain a bank account in the name of League; shall prepare and file or, at the discretion of the board, cause to be prepared and filed, all required corporation tax forms and reports; shall furnish at meetings of the Board of Directors and Membership or whenever requested by the Board of Directors, a statement of the financial condition of the League; shall maintain or, at the discretion of the Board, cause to be maintained a roster of active Members in Good Standing; and shall perform such other duties as the Board of Directors may prescribe.</p>
<h3 id="secretary"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.9.3</span> Secretary<a class="headerlink" href="#secretary" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The Secretary shall have the custody and care of the corporate records of the League, shall attend all meetings of the Members and of the Board of Directors, shall keep a true and complete record of the proceedings of all such meetings, shall file and take charge of all documents belonging to the League, and shall perform such duties as may be prescribed by the Board of Directors.</p>
<h3 id="compensation_1"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.9.4</span> Compensation<a class="headerlink" href="#compensation_1" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The Officers shall serve without compensation.</p>
<h2 id="meetings-of-the-board"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.10</span> Meetings of the Board<a class="headerlink" href="#meetings-of-the-board" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="annual-meeting"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.10.1</span> Annual Meeting<a class="headerlink" href="#annual-meeting" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The Board of Directors shall hold its annual meeting after January 1 at a time and place set by the Commissioner. This meeting must be held in person, except in extenuating circumstances. Each Member Franchise in good standing may send one representative to participate in Director elections and other matters submitted to Member Franchises for vote.</p>
<h3 id="additional-meetings"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.10.2</span> Additional Meetings<a class="headerlink" href="#additional-meetings" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h2 id="member-franchises"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.10</span> Member Franchises<a class="headerlink" href="#member-franchises" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>The League’s members shall consist of those Member Franchises (teams) admitted in accordance with these Bylaws and League Rules and Policy.</p>
<p>The Board of Directors shall have authority to admit, suspend, remove, or otherwise determine the membership status of Member Franchises, subject to these Bylaws. The Board may establish, or delegate through League Policy, reasonable procedures, eligibility standards, conditions of admission, requirements for good standing, and grounds and procedures for suspension or removal.</p>
<p>A Member Franchise admitted by the Board shall become a member of the League upon satisfaction of any initial conditions of admission established under League Rules and Policy.</p>
<h2 id="meetings-of-the-board"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.11</span> Meetings of the Board<a class="headerlink" href="#meetings-of-the-board" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="annual-meeting"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.11.1</span> Annual Meeting<a class="headerlink" href="#annual-meeting" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The Board of Directors shall hold its annual meeting after January 1 at a time and place set by the Commissioner.</p>
<h3 id="additional-meetings"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.11.2</span> Additional Meetings<a class="headerlink" href="#additional-meetings" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Additional meetings of the Board of Directors may be called by the Commissioner or any Director.</p>
<h3 id="quorum-and-voting"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.10.3</span> Quorum and Voting<a class="headerlink" href="#quorum-and-voting" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h3 id="quorum-and-voting"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.11.3</span> Quorum and Voting<a class="headerlink" href="#quorum-and-voting" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>A majority of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business at any meeting of the Board of Directors. The affirmative votes of a majority of the Directors present at a meeting of the Board of Directors at which a quorum is present shall be the act of the Board of Directors, unless the affirmative vote of a greater number is required by law or these Bylaws. </p>
<h3 id="informal-action-by-directors"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.10.4</span> Informal Action by Directors<a class="headerlink" href="#informal-action-by-directors" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h3 id="informal-action-by-directors"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.11.4</span> Informal Action by Directors<a class="headerlink" href="#informal-action-by-directors" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Unless specifically prohibited by the Articles of Incorporation or these Bylaws, any action required to be taken or which may be taken at a meeting of the Board of Directors may be taken without a meeting if a consent in writing or by electronic mail setting forth the action so taken shall be signed or submitted by all of the directors entitled to vote with respect to the subject matter thereof.</p>
<h2 id="miscellaneous"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.11</span> Miscellaneous<a class="headerlink" href="#miscellaneous" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="drafts-checks-deposits"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.11.1</span> Drafts, Checks, Deposits<a class="headerlink" href="#drafts-checks-deposits" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h2 id="meetings-of-the-member-franchise"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.12</span> Meetings of the Member Franchise<a class="headerlink" href="#meetings-of-the-member-franchise" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="annual-meeting_1"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.12.1</span> Annual Meeting<a class="headerlink" href="#annual-meeting_1" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The League shall hold an annual meeting of the Member Franchises after January 1 on a date, time, and place set by the Commissioner. This meeting shall include the Board of Directors and must be held in person, except in extenuating circumstances. It may take place immediately before or after the annual meeting of the board, but it is not required to do so.</p>
<h3 id="special-meetings"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.12.2</span> Special Meetings<a class="headerlink" href="#special-meetings" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Special meetings of the Member Franchises may be called by the Commissioner, by a majority of the Board of Directors, or upon written request of Member Franchises entitled to cast at least one-third of the votes.</p>
<h3 id="notice"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.12.3</span> Notice<a class="headerlink" href="#notice" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Reasonable notice of any meeting of the Member Franchises shall be provided to each Member Franchise entitled to vote and shall include the date, time, place, and principal business to be considered.</p>
<h3 id="quorum"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.12.4</span> Quorum<a class="headerlink" href="#quorum" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Four-fifths of Member Franchises in good standing shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of member business.</p>
<h3 id="voting-and-member-actions"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.12.5</span> Voting and Member Actions<a class="headerlink" href="#voting-and-member-actions" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Each Member Franchise in good standing shall be entitled to one vote on matters submitted to the membership.</p>
<p>Member actions shall include:
1. Election of Directors;
2. Advisory votes on League operational matters submitted for membership input;
3. Confidence votes on League Officers.
4. Approval of amendents to the Playing Rules.</p>
<p>Unless otherwise required by these Bylaws, member actions shall be decided by a simple majority of votes cast at a meeting at which a quorum is present.</p>
<h2 id="miscellaneous"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.13</span> Miscellaneous<a class="headerlink" href="#miscellaneous" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="drafts-checks-deposits"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.13.1</span> Drafts, Checks, Deposits<a class="headerlink" href="#drafts-checks-deposits" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>All checks, drafts, or other orders for the payment of money by the League shall be signed by such officer or officers, agent or agents of the League and in such manner as shall from time to time be determined by resolution of the Board of Directors, or by an officer or officers of the League designated by the Board of Directors to make such determination.</p>
<p>All funds of the League not otherwise employed shall be deposited from time to time to the credit of the League in such banks, trust companies, or other depositories as the Board of Directors, or such officer or officers designated by the Board of Directors, may select.</p>
<h3 id="books-records-and-minutes"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.11.2</span> Books Records and Minutes<a class="headerlink" href="#books-records-and-minutes" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h3 id="books-records-and-minutes"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.13.2</span> Books Records and Minutes<a class="headerlink" href="#books-records-and-minutes" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The League shall keep correct and complete books and records of accounts and also shall keep minutes of the proceedings of its Board of Directors and committees having any of the authority of the Board of Directors. All such books, records, and minutes shall be kept at the principal office of the League in the State of Illinois, and may be inspected by any director entitled to vote, for any proper purpose at any reasonable time.</p>
<h3 id="amendments"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.11.3</span> Amendments<a class="headerlink" href="#amendments" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h3 id="amendments"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.13.3</span> Amendments<a class="headerlink" href="#amendments" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>These Bylaws may be altered, amended, or repealed, and new bylaws may be adopted by resolution of the Board of Directors at any time or from time to time by the vote of two-thirds of the Directors.</p>
<h2 id="dissolution"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.12</span> Dissolution<a class="headerlink" href="#dissolution" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h2 id="dissolution"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">1.14</span> Dissolution<a class="headerlink" href="#dissolution" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>Upon dissolution of the League or the winding up of its affairs, the League's Board of Directors shall, after paying or making provisions for the payment of all the liabilities of the League, dispose of all the assets of the League exclusively for the purposes of the League in such manner, or to such organization or organizations organized and operated exclusively for charitable, educational, religious, or scientific purposes as shall at the time qualify as an exempt organization or organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Code, or any corresponding section of any future federal tax code, as the Board of Directors shall determine. Any such assets not so disposed of shall be distributed to the federal government, or to a state or local government for a public purpose.</p>
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<h1 id="league-rules-and-policy"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.</span> League Rules and Policy<a class="headerlink" href="#league-rules-and-policy" title="Permanent link"></a></h1>
<h1 id="league-policy"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.</span> League Policy<a class="headerlink" href="#league-policy" title="Permanent link"></a></h1>
<h2 id="authority-and-applicability"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.1</span> Authority and Applicability<a class="headerlink" href="#authority-and-applicability" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>This Rules and Policy document is adopted pursuant to the League’s Constitution and Bylaws and governs the operational rules, procedures, and competitive structure of the League. In the event of a conflict between this document and the Constitution and Bylaws, the Constitution and Bylaws shall control.</p>
<p>This Policy document ("League Policy") is adopted pursuant to the League’s Bylaws and governs the operational rules, procedures, and competitive structure of the League. In the event of a conflict between this document and the Bylaws, the Bylaws shall control.</p>
<h2 id="league-governance"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.2</span> League Governance<a class="headerlink" href="#league-governance" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>The Commissioner is responsible for the day-to-day administration of League operations in accordance with the Constitution and Bylaws and this Rules and Policy document. The Board provides oversight of League operations and may review or direct actions of the Commissioner.</p>
<p>The Commissioner is responsible for the day-to-day administration of League operations in accordance with the Bylaws and League Policy. The Board provides oversight of League operations and may review or direct actions of the Commissioner.</p>
<h3 id="operational-rights-of-member-franchises"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.2.1</span> Operational Rights of Member Franchises<a class="headerlink" href="#operational-rights-of-member-franchises" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
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<li>Member Franchises in good standing shall have the right to participate in League governance on matters of League operation as provided herein.</li>
<li>Member Franchises in Good Standing shall have the right to participate in League governance on matters of League operation as provided herein.</li>
<li>Member Franchises shall have the right to appeal disciplinary or eligibility decisions affecting them in accordance with procedures set forth in this document.</li>
<li>Each Member Franchise is entitled to one vote in voting matters.<ol>
<li>Member Franchises may provide input and vote in an advisory capacity on matters of League policy, administration, and operation. </li>
<li>Member Franchises may vote with binding effect on playing rules, competition rules, and on-field regulations, except where authority is otherwise reserved by this document or the Constitution and Bylaws. Each Member Franchise is entitled to one vote.</li>
<li>Each Member Franchise is entitled to one vote in voting matters.</li>
<li>Exercise of these rights is contingent upon the Member Franchise being in good standing.</li>
<li>Member Franchises may vote with binding effect on playing rules, competition rules, and on-field regulations, except where authority is otherwise reserved by this document or the Bylaws.</li>
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<li>Exercise of these rights is contingent upon the Member Franchise being in Good Standing.</li>
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<p>The Commissioner shall prepare a proposed budget for each fiscal year.</p>
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<li>Any applicable plans for refund, rebate, or credit of funds to Member Franchises</li>
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<p>The proposed budget shall be presented to the Board for review and approval. Upon approval by the Board, the budget shall constitute the official League Budget for the applicable fiscal year. The approved League Budget shall be shared with all Member Franchises on an annual basis for informational purposes.</p>
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<p>The Committee shall issue findings and recommendations to the Commissioner or Board, as applicable. The Committee shall have no independent authority to impose discipline, overturn decisions, or bind the League unless expressly authorized elsewhere in this document.</p>
<h2 id="amendments-and-rule-changes"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.3</span> Amendments and Rule Changes<a class="headerlink" href="#amendments-and-rule-changes" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="constitution-and-bylaws"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.3.1</span> Constitution and Bylaws<a class="headerlink" href="#constitution-and-bylaws" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Amendments to the Constitution and Bylaws are governed exclusively by the procedures set forth therein. Nothing in this Rules and Policy document shall modify or supersede those requirements.</p>
<h3 id="rules-and-policy-amendments"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.3.2</span> Rules and Policy Amendments<a class="headerlink" href="#rules-and-policy-amendments" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
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<p>Amendments to the Bylaws are governed exclusively by the procedures set forth therein. Nothing in League Policy shall modify or supersede those requirements.</p>
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<li>This Rules and Policy document may be amended to address League operations, administration, discipline, or procedures.</li>
<li>League Policy may be amended to address League operations, administration, discipline, or procedures.</li>
<li>Amendments may be proposed by the Commissioner or the Board.</li>
<li>Adoption of a Rules and Policy amendment shall require approval by the Board.</li>
<li>Adoption of a League Policy amendment shall require approval by the Board.</li>
<li>Member Franchises may be afforded an opportunity to provide advisory vote on proposed amendments.</li>
<li>Approved amendments shall take effect as specified at the time of adoption.</li>
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<li>Playing rules governing on-field competition may be amended separately from this Rules and Policy document.</li>
<li>Playing rules amendments shall be adopted by a vote of Member Franchises in good standing.</li>
<li>Unless otherwise specified, a simple majority vote shall be sufficient to adopt a playing rules amendment.</li>
<li>Playing rules amendments shall not apply retroactively and shall take effect at the start of a season.</li>
<li>Playing Rules governing on-field competition may be amended separately from this League Policy.</li>
<li>Playing Rules amendments shall be adopted by a vote of Member Franchises in Good Standing.</li>
<li>Unless otherwise specified, a simple majority vote shall be sufficient to adopt a Playing Rules amendment.</li>
<li>Playing Rules amendments shall not apply retroactively and shall take effect at the start of a season.</li>
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<li>Payment or coordination of all required fees;</li>
<li>Ensuring compliance with league rules by players and associated individuals.</li>
<li>Ensuring compliance with League Policy by players and associated individuals.</li>
<li>All actions taken by the Manager shall be deemed actions of the Member Franchise.</li>
<li>The Member Franchise shall remain responsible for all obligations and penalties regardless of internal team disputes or player actions.</li>
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<li>Adherence to all League rules, policies, and codes of conduct.</li>
<li>Adherence to all League Policy, rules, and codes of conduct.</li>
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<p>A Player participates in League activities solely through association with a Member Franchise and possesses no independent membership rights.</p>
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<p><strong>In Good Standing</strong></p>
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<li>A Member Franchise shall be considered <em>in good standing</em> when it has satisfied all financial obligations, complied with League rules and policies, and is not subject to suspension.</li>
<li>Only Member Franchises in good standing may exercise membership rights, including voting, participation in postseason play, and eligibility for League awards.</li>
<li>A Member Franchise shall be considered <em>in Good Standing</em> when it has satisfied all financial obligations, complied with League Policy, and is not subject to suspension.</li>
<li>Only Member Franchises in Good Standing may exercise membership rights, including voting, participation in postseason play, and eligibility for League awards.</li>
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<li>A Member Franchise may be placed on indefinite suspension by the Commissioner for serious or repeated violations of League rules or policies.</li>
<li>A Member Franchise may be placed on indefinite suspension by the Commissioner for serious or repeated violations of League Policy.</li>
<li>An indefinitely suspended Member Franchise shall forfeit all membership rights until reinstated.</li>
<li>Grounds for indefinite suspension may include, but are not limited to:<ol>
<li>Conduct detrimental to the objectives of the League;</li>
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<li>A Member Franchise in good standing may be granted a leave of absence by the Commissioner.</li>
<li>A Member Franchise in Good Standing may be granted a leave of absence by the Commissioner.</li>
<li>A Member Franchise on an approved leave of absence shall retain such membership rights as determined by the Commissioner.</li>
<li>A Member Franchise on leave of absence for more than two (2) years must reapply for membership.</li>
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<p>A Member Franchise subject to suspension may be granted a change of status by the Commissioner upon resolution of the conditions giving rise to the suspension. A change of status may include restoration to good standing or modification of the existing suspension, subject to any conditions imposed by the Commissioner or otherwise required by this document.</p>
<p>A Member Franchise subject to suspension may be granted a change of status by the Commissioner upon resolution of the conditions giving rise to the suspension. A change of status may include restoration to Good Standing or modification of the existing suspension, subject to any conditions imposed by the Commissioner or otherwise required by this document.</p>
<h3 id="discipline-and-enforcement"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.5.2</span> Discipline and Enforcement<a class="headerlink" href="#discipline-and-enforcement" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>To be successful, the League depends on self-regulation and shared accountability. All League participants are expected to encourage one another to comply with League rules and expectations. Participants may report potential infractions to the Commissioner, any League Officer, or any member of the Board by text message, email, phone call, or other means. A report, by itself, does not constitute a request for forfeit or any other specific sanction. League officials may retain such reports to identify patterns or repeated issues and to support further action when appropriate.</p>
<p>To be successful, the League depends on self-regulation and shared accountability. All League participants are expected to encourage one another to comply with League Policy and expectations. Participants may report potential infractions to the Commissioner, any League Officer, or any member of the Board by text message, email, phone call, or other means. A report, by itself, does not constitute a request for forfeit or any other specific sanction. League officials may retain such reports to identify patterns or repeated issues and to support further action when appropriate.</p>
<h4 id="authority"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.5.2.1</span> Authority<a class="headerlink" href="#authority" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>The Commissioner shall have authority to impose discipline consistent with this document, including warnings, fines, suspensions, and referrals for further review. Disciplinary actions may apply to Players, Managers, or Member Franchises, as appropriate.</p>
<p>In exercising enforcement authority, the Commissioner may utilize one or more of the following disciplinary measures, as appropriate to the circumstances:</p>
@@ -1098,13 +1191,13 @@
<li>Referral of matters for advisory review or appeal pursuant to this document.</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="meetings"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.5.3</span> Meetings<a class="headerlink" href="#meetings" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>All franchise members are expected to attend all league meetings. Failure of a franchise to send a representative to a meeting may result in a fine. Those members present at any meeting shall constitute a quorum.</p>
<p>All franchise members are expected to have representation at all league meetings.</p>
<h3 id="financial-obligations"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.5.4</span> Financial Obligations<a class="headerlink" href="#financial-obligations" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<ol>
<li>Each Member Franchise is responsible for payment of all League dues, fees, and fines assessed to it pursuant to the approved League Budget or this document.</li>
<li>Each Player in the League is expected to pay their team fees as designated by that team. Players may not switch teams within the League unless or until any and all debts are paid in full.</li>
<li>Players may be assessed individual fees or fines as permitted by League rules; however, the Member Franchise shall remain ultimately responsible for ensuring such obligations are satisfied.</li>
<li>Failure to satisfy financial obligations in accordance with established deadlines may result in penalties, suspension, or loss of good standing as provided elsewhere in this document.</li>
<li>Players may be assessed individual fees or fines as permitted by League Policy; however, the Member Franchise shall remain ultimately responsible for ensuring such obligations are satisfied.</li>
<li>Failure to satisfy financial obligations in accordance with established deadlines may result in penalties, suspension, or loss of Good Standing as provided elsewhere in this document.</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="restrictions"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.5.5</span> Restrictions<a class="headerlink" href="#restrictions" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h4 id="tampering"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.5.5.1</span> Tampering<a class="headerlink" href="#tampering" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
@@ -1112,11 +1205,11 @@
<h4 id="outside-league-participation"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.5.5.2</span> Outside League Participation<a class="headerlink" href="#outside-league-participation" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Member Franchises are expected to prioritize their commitments to the League. Participation in outside leagues is permitted by agreement with the League. Participation in outside leagues does not relieve a Member Franchise or its Players of League obligations, including playing games on their League-scheduled dates and times. Violations of this provision may result in disciplinary action.</p>
<h3 id="penalties-and-fees"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.5.6</span> Penalties and Fees<a class="headerlink" href="#penalties-and-fees" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The Commissioner may levy fines to any League Member franchise or player subject to Board oversight. Fines may be levied for violation of this Constitution and its Bylaws or conduct unbecoming of a representative of the League. The penalties and amounts set forth in this section are operational in nature and may be adjusted by the Commissioner with Board oversight, unless otherwise specified. </p>
<p>The Commissioner may levy fines to any League Member franchise or player subject to Board oversight. Fines may be levied for violation of Bylaws or Policies or conduct unbecoming of a representative of the League. The penalties and amounts set forth in this section are operational in nature and may be adjusted by the Commissioner with Board oversight, unless otherwise specified. </p>
<ol>
<li>Late payment of annual dues shall incur a penalty of ten dollars ($10.00) per week, not to exceed five (5) weeks.</li>
<li>Members in violation of the above shall be placed on temporary suspension for a period of two (2) weeks.</li>
<li>Members who have not paid outstanding dues by the end of the two week suspension shall be placed on indefinite suspension until all dues are paid. Members who have not paid outstanding dues by the end of the two week suspension shall be placed on indefinite suspension until all dues are paid.</li>
<li>Members who have not paid outstanding dues by the end of the two week suspension shall be placed on indefinite suspension until all dues are paid.</li>
<li>A forfeit fee may be assessed per forfeited game.</li>
<li>Fines for a single incident shall not exceed fifty dollars ($50.00).</li>
</ol>
@@ -1126,19 +1219,44 @@
<li>The Commissioner may decide appeals directly or refer them for advisory review as appropriate.</li>
<li>A Manager aggrieved by a discretionary or judgment decision of the Commissioner may request Board review within seventy-two (72) hours of the decision; the Board may, in its sole discretion, accept or decline review, and if it accepts review, it may affirm, modify, or reverse the Commissioner's decision by majority vote. The Board is not required to hold a hearing or provide a written explanation when declining review, and unless the Board grants a stay, the Commissioner's decision remains in effect pending Board review. Decisions on appeal or Board review are final.</li>
</ol>
<h2 id="conduct-and-discipline"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.6</span> Conduct and Discipline<a class="headerlink" href="#conduct-and-discipline" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="league-standard"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.6.1</span> League Standard<a class="headerlink" href="#league-standard" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h2 id="annual-league-meeting"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.6</span> Annual League Meeting<a class="headerlink" href="#annual-league-meeting" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>The League shall hold an annual meeting in according with the Bylaws. Quorum and voting thresholds are governed by the Bylaws. The annual meeting process shall consist of the following stages:</p>
<h3 id="pre-meeting-of-the-current-board"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.6.1</span> Pre-Meeting of the Current Board<a class="headerlink" href="#pre-meeting-of-the-current-board" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Prior to the annual meeting, the current Board shall convene to prepare and approve the proposed agenda, voting items, and supporting materials for member review.</p>
<h3 id="annual-meeting-of-the-member-franchises"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.6.2</span> Annual Meeting of the Member Franchises<a class="headerlink" href="#annual-meeting-of-the-member-franchises" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The annual meeting shall include the Board and Member Franchises in Good Standing and shall include, at minimum, the following business:</p>
<ol>
<li>Election of Directors to serve on the Board for the upcoming term.</li>
<li>Advisory vote on the regular-season schedule framework.</li>
<li>Advisory vote on postseason format.</li>
<li>Advisory vote on League prizes and awards categories.</li>
<li>Advisory vote on the admission of prospective Member Franchises.</li>
<li>Confidence votes on League Officers (including Commissioner, Treasurer, and Secretary).</li>
<li>Discussion of any Policy or Rules amendments.</li>
</ol>
<p>Unless otherwise provided in the Bylaws, advisory and confidence votes are non-binding and are intended to guide Board action.</p>
<h3 id="post-meeting-of-the-newly-constituted-board"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.6.3</span> Post-Meeting of the Newly Constituted Board<a class="headerlink" href="#post-meeting-of-the-newly-constituted-board" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Following the annual meeting, the newly constituted Board shall convene to:</p>
<ol>
<li>Confirm or appoint League Officers as required by the Bylaws;</li>
<li>Consider advisory vote results and adopt final operating decisions;</li>
<li>Approve or reject new Member Franchises;</li>
<li>Assign committees, roles, and implementation responsibilities for the upcoming season.</li>
</ol>
<p>This shall constitute the Board's annual meeting requirements as required by the Bylaws</p>
<h2 id="conduct-and-discipline"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7</span> Conduct and Discipline<a class="headerlink" href="#conduct-and-discipline" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="league-standard"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.1</span> League Standard<a class="headerlink" href="#league-standard" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The League is committed to serious, clean, and competitive amateur baseball. The CMBA is not intended to operate as a casual “beer league”; it is a structured competition where players, Managers, and Member Franchises are expected to prepare, compete, and conduct themselves with professionalism, integrity, and respect for the game.</p>
<h3 id="general-conduct-expectations"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.6.2</span> General Conduct Expectations<a class="headerlink" href="#general-conduct-expectations" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h3 id="general-conduct-expectations"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.2</span> General Conduct Expectations<a class="headerlink" href="#general-conduct-expectations" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>All League members, including officers, Managers, umpires, players, coaches, and team personnel, shall:</p>
<ol>
<li>Act honestly and in good faith in all League matters.</li>
<li>Compete with sportsmanship and respect for opponents, teammates, umpires, and League officials.</li>
<li>Comply with all League rules, facility rules, and applicable laws.</li>
<li>Comply with all League Policy, facility rules, and applicable laws.</li>
<li>Refrain from conduct detrimental to the League’s competitive standards, reputation, or operations.</li>
<li>Follow directives issued by umpires and League officials during games and League activities.</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="prohibited-conduct"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.6.3</span> Prohibited Conduct<a class="headerlink" href="#prohibited-conduct" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h3 id="prohibited-conduct"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.3</span> Prohibited Conduct<a class="headerlink" href="#prohibited-conduct" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to:</p>
<ol>
<li>Fighting, physical altercations, or threatening behavior.</li>
@@ -1148,9 +1266,9 @@
<li>Flagrant or intentional dangerous play, including prohibited collisions.</li>
<li>Harassment, discriminatory conduct, or abusive language inconsistent with League standards.</li>
<li>Knowingly providing false information in protests, field status reports, roster submissions, or other League processes.</li>
<li>Repeated or willful refusal to comply with League rules, disciplinary directives, or financial obligations.</li>
<li>Repeated or willful refusal to comply with League Policy, disciplinary directives, or financial obligations.</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="penalties-and-enforcement"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.6.4</span> Penalties and Enforcement<a class="headerlink" href="#penalties-and-enforcement" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h3 id="penalties-and-enforcement"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.4</span> Penalties and Enforcement<a class="headerlink" href="#penalties-and-enforcement" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<ol>
<li>The Commissioner has primary authority to investigate matters and impose discipline, subject to Board oversight as otherwise provided in this document. </li>
<li>The Commissioner may convene a committee to assist with an investigation and provide recommendations for action; however, such recommendations are not binding unless the Commissioner or the Board expressly grants the committee binding authority at the time it is formed.</li>
@@ -1160,22 +1278,22 @@
<li>Game ejection;</li>
<li>Suspension for a specified number of games or period of time;</li>
<li>Forfeit or technical forfeit consequences where applicable;</li>
<li>Loss of good standing;</li>
<li>Loss of Good Standing;</li>
<li>Indefinite suspension or expulsion from the League for severe or repeated violations.</li>
<li>In determining discipline, the Commissioner may consider severity, intent, prior conduct, risk to safety, and whether the conduct harmed League operations or competitive integrity.</li>
<li>Managers are responsible for the conduct of their players, coaches, and team personnel and may be disciplined for team-related violations.</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="specific-minimum-penalties"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.6.5</span> Specific Minimum Penalties<a class="headerlink" href="#specific-minimum-penalties" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h3 id="specific-minimum-penalties"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.5</span> Specific Minimum Penalties<a class="headerlink" href="#specific-minimum-penalties" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Unless stronger discipline is warranted by the circumstances:</p>
<ol>
<li>Any player who instigates a phyiscal fight shall be suspended for not less than one (1) full season and may be fined.</li>
<li>Any player who instigates a physical fight shall be suspended for not less than one (1) full season and may be fined.</li>
<li>Any player or coach who participates in a physical fight shall be suspended for three (3) games and fined fifty dollars ($50.00).</li>
<li>Any player or coach who physically assaults an umpire shall be permanently expelled from the League and may be reported to law enforcement as required.</li>
<li>A player ejected for a flagrant collision shall be suspended for three (3) games and fined thirty dollars ($30.00). </li>
<li>A second offense shall result in suspension for the remainder of the season, including postseason. </li>
<li>A third offense shall result in permanent expulsion from the League.</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="alcohol-prohibition"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.6.6</span> Alcohol Prohibition<a class="headerlink" href="#alcohol-prohibition" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h3 id="alcohol-prohibition"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.6</span> Alcohol Prohibition<a class="headerlink" href="#alcohol-prohibition" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>For the safety of all participants and the preservation of serious and competitive baseball, alcohol shall be prohibited during League play.</p>
<ol>
<li>Open alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited on the playing field, in dugouts, on benches, and in any team area at League games or League events.</li>
@@ -1185,84 +1303,97 @@
<li>A second alcohol-related violation by the same individual or Member Franchise within a season may result in indefinite suspension or expulsion, subject to Commissioner determination and Board oversight.</li>
<li>This rule is in addition to, and does not limit, stricter field-permit, park district, or legal requirements.</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="reporting-and-appeals"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.6.7</span> Reporting and Appeals<a class="headerlink" href="#reporting-and-appeals" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h3 id="reporting-and-appeals"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.7</span> Reporting and Appeals<a class="headerlink" href="#reporting-and-appeals" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<ol>
<li>Managers, umpires, and League officials shall promptly report alleged violations to the Commissioner.</li>
<li>A disciplined party may appeal under the <a href="#appeals">Appeals</a> section of this document.</li>
<li>Unless otherwise stated in a disciplinary notice, discipline remains in effect during appeal review.</li>
</ol>
<h2 id="season-administration"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7</span> Season Administration<a class="headerlink" href="#season-administration" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="official-league-communications"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.1</span> Official League Communications<a class="headerlink" href="#official-league-communications" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The Commissioner shall maintain official League communication channels to publish schedules, scores, standings, rosters, rules, notices, and other pertinent League information. </p>
<h3 id="team-rosters-players-and-eligibility"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.2</span> Team Rosters; Players and Eligibility<a class="headerlink" href="#team-rosters-players-and-eligibility" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h4 id="roster-deadline-roster-size"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.2.1</span> Roster Deadline; Roster Size<a class="headerlink" href="#roster-deadline-roster-size" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Prior to June 1, each team has an “open roster.” League teams must submit a roster of their players to the Commissioner no later than June 1 of each year. Any team that does not submit its roster to the Commissioner by June 1 as required by this <a href="#roster-deadline-roster-size">Roster Deadline; Roster Size</a> and in accordance with the information requirements in <a href="#roster-information-requirements">Roster Information Requirements</a> shall be deemed not in good standing. Consequences of not being in good standing are defined in <a href="#classification-standing">Classification; Standing</a> of the Constitution. This submitted roster plus any and all legal roster transactions per <a href="#roster-transactions">Roster Transactions</a>, shall be considered official. Players not on a team’s official roster are ineligible for play, except where specifically noted in this <a href="#teams-and-Managers">Teams And Managers</a>.<br/>
<h2 id="season-administration"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8</span> Season Administration<a class="headerlink" href="#season-administration" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="official-league-communications"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.1</span> Official League Communications<a class="headerlink" href="#official-league-communications" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The Commissioner shall maintain official League communication channels to publish the League Bylaws, League Policy, Playing Rules, schedules, scores, standings, rosters, notices, and other pertinent League information. </p>
<h3 id="team-rosters-players-and-eligibility"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.2</span> Team Rosters; Players and Eligibility<a class="headerlink" href="#team-rosters-players-and-eligibility" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h4 id="roster-deadline-roster-size"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.2.1</span> Roster Deadline; Roster Size<a class="headerlink" href="#roster-deadline-roster-size" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Prior to June 1, each team has an “open roster.” League teams must submit a roster of their players to the Commissioner no later than June 1 of each year. Any team that does not submit its roster to the Commissioner by June 1 as required by this <a href="#roster-deadline-roster-size">Roster Deadline; Roster Size</a> and in accordance with the information requirements in <a href="#roster-information-requirements">Roster Information Requirements</a> shall be deemed not in Good Standing. This submitted roster plus any and all legal roster transactions per <a href="#roster-transactions">Roster Transactions</a>, shall be considered official. Players not on a team’s official roster are ineligible for play, except where specifically noted.<br/>
Each team’s roster must contain a minimum of sixteen (16) players and shall not exceed twenty-six (26) players, in each case, excluding non-playing Managers and coaches. </p>
<h4 id="roster-information-requirements"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.2.2</span> Roster Information Requirements<a class="headerlink" href="#roster-information-requirements" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<h4 id="roster-information-requirements"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.2.2</span> Roster Information Requirements<a class="headerlink" href="#roster-information-requirements" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>A team’s rosters as submitted to the Commissioner on or before June 1 shall contain the following information for each rostered player: name, age, bats/throws, position(s),uniform number, and face photo. Rosters shall be submitted in Excel or via Google sheets (or similar editable spreadsheet.)</p>
<h4 id="roster-transactions"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.2.3</span> Roster Transactions<a class="headerlink" href="#roster-transactions" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<h4 id="roster-transactions"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.2.3</span> Roster Transactions<a class="headerlink" href="#roster-transactions" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Teams may add a total of five (5) players to the roster after the June 1 roster submission deadline. The total number of players on a team still may not exceed twenty-six (26). In order to add players between June 1 and July 1 but not exceed the 26 player limit, a team may drop players who were rostered on June 1. No players may be added after July 1, except as set forth below.
After July 1, a team may, upon request to the Commissioner, add a player if (i) the team’s roster has fallen (or, upon removal of players designated as “missing in action” as described below, will fall) below the 16-player minimum and (ii) in the Commissioner’s good-faith determination, the addition is necessary to prevent the team from forfeiting games. To designate a player as “missing in action” after July 1, (i) the player must have either (a) failed to appear in all of the team’s games played before the request or (b) suffered a season-ending injury after June 1, and (ii) the team must remove that player from its roster.</p>
<p>A team may drop players at any time as long as the team’s roster does not fall below the 16 player minimum.</p>
<p>Any and all roster changes shall be submitted to the Commissioner and satisfy the information requirements in <a href="#roster-information-requirements">Roster Information Requirements</a>. Roster changes shall be effective as of the first pitch of the team’s first regularly scheduled game after the updated roster is submitted.</p>
<h4 id="alumni"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.2.4</span> Alumni<a class="headerlink" href="#alumni" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>If a team would otherwise be required to forfeit or technically forfeit a game after June 1 due to a lack of eligible players in attendance, the team can use one (but not more than one) of its former players (“alumni”) in that game. The team’s Manager shall inform the opposing team’s Manager and the Commissioner as soon as possible (and in no event later than the first pitch) the intention to use an alumni player and will provide to the opposing team’s Manager and the Commissioner with the alumni player’s name, age, bats/throws, position and uniform number. Alumni players are not eligible to play in the playoffs.</p>
<h4 id="eligible-players"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.2.5</span> Eligible Players<a class="headerlink" href="#eligible-players" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Eligible players must be of at least eighteen (18) years of age by the date of the teams first +game. No player may play for more than one team in a season (either before or after June 1).
<h4 id="alumni-players"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.2.4</span> Alumni Players<a class="headerlink" href="#alumni-players" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>If a team would otherwise be required to forfeit or technically forfeit a game after June 1 due to a lack of eligible players in attendance, the team can use one (but not more than one) of its former players (“Alumni Player”) in that game. The team’s Manager shall inform the opposing team’s Manager and the Commissioner as soon as possible (and in no event later than the first pitch) the intention to use an Alumni Player and will provide to the opposing team’s Manager and the Commissioner with the Alumni Player’s name, age, bats/throws, position and uniform number. </p>
<h4 id="eligible-players"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.2.5</span> Eligible Players<a class="headerlink" href="#eligible-players" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Eligible players must be of at least eighteen (18) years of age by the date of the teams first game. No player may play for more than one team in a season (either before or after June 1).
A team that uses an ineligible player, per the rules in this <a href="#team-rosters-players-and-eligibility">Team Rosters Players And Eligibility</a>, will be deemed to have forfeited any and all games in which the illegal player(s) participated.</p>
<h4 id="postseason-player-eligibility"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.2.6</span> Postseason Player Eligibility<a class="headerlink" href="#postseason-player-eligibility" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Players must appear in at least five (5) regular-season games to be eligible for postseason play. Upon request to the Commissioner, an exception may be granted for a player with a long-term injury..</p>
<h4 id="free-agents"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.2.7</span> Free Agents<a class="headerlink" href="#free-agents" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<h4 id="free-agents"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.2.6</span> Free Agents<a class="headerlink" href="#free-agents" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>A player must inform the League Commissioner and such player's Manager no later than February 15 of the upcoming season if of an intention to leave the team and become a free agent. After this the player is free to play for another team in the League. A Manager may waive this deadline for an individual player at the Manager’s discretion. If the player fails to notify as specified, that player shall be disqualified from playing on another League team for that season.</p>
<h3 id="uncompleted-games"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.3</span> Uncompleted Games<a class="headerlink" href="#uncompleted-games" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h3 id="uncompleted-games"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.3</span> Uncompleted Games<a class="headerlink" href="#uncompleted-games" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>All games not completed by the end of the regular season shall count as losses for both teams unless a team deliberately attempts to avoid playing a sanctioned game. The team that was willing to play the game will be judged the forfeit winner if so ruled by the Commissioner.</p>
<h3 id="league-standings"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.4</span> League Standings<a class="headerlink" href="#league-standings" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h3 id="league-standings"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.4</span> League Standings<a class="headerlink" href="#league-standings" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The League shall use a point system to determine the standings. A team is awarded:</p>
<ol>
<li>Two (2) points for a win (including a win against a team in technical forfeit)</li>
<li>One (1) point for a win while in technical forfeit (see <a href="#forfeits">Forfeits</a>)</li>
<li>One (1) point for a win while in technical forfeit (see <a href="#technical-forfeit">Technical Forfeit</a>)</li>
<li>One (1) point for a tie game</li>
<li>Zero (0) points for a loss</li>
<li>Minus two (-2) points for a loss by forfeit (see <a href="#forfeits">Forfeits</a>).</li>
<li>Minus two (-2) points for a loss by forfeit (see <a href="#forfeit">Forfeit</a>).</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="standings-tie-breakers"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.5</span> Standings Tie-breakers<a class="headerlink" href="#standings-tie-breakers" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h3 id="standings-tie-breakers"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.5</span> Standings Tie-breakers<a class="headerlink" href="#standings-tie-breakers" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>In the event two teams finish the regular season in a tie for a position, the following tie-breaking procedure will take effect:</p>
<ol>
<li>Record in head-to-head competition.</li>
<li>Record within the league.</li>
<li>Record within the division (if applicable).</li>
<li>Win-Loss Record in head-to-head competition.</li>
<li>Win-Loss Record within the league.</li>
<li>Win-Loss Record within the division (if applicable).</li>
<li>Least runs allowed for the season.</li>
<li>Coin toss, performed by the Commissioner with a witness.</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="postseason-format"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.6</span> Postseason Format<a class="headerlink" href="#postseason-format" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The postseason format shall be determined by annual vote. </p>
<h3 id="prizes-and-awards"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.7</span> Prizes and Awards<a class="headerlink" href="#prizes-and-awards" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Playoff prizes and awards, if any, shall be determined by the membership of the league.</p>
<h3 id="playoff-umpire-selection"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.8</span> Playoff Umpire Selection<a class="headerlink" href="#playoff-umpire-selection" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>For the playoffs, each team will be granted the ability to exclude one (1) particular umpire from participating in said teams series. The name of this umpire shall be submitted to the chief umpire as soon as possible prior to the series. This umpire “veto” will be binding UNLESS the chief umpire cannot find any other umpire who can work any game in this series.</p>
<h3 id="completion-of-playoff-games"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.7.9</span> Completion of Playoff Games<a class="headerlink" href="#completion-of-playoff-games" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>All playoff games must be played to completion. If a playoff game is suspended for any reason, the game must be finished at a later date declared by the Commissioner. This game is declared suspended, and regardless of what inning or circumstance, the game will be continued from the point in the game when it was suspended. The “Slaughter Rule” is applicable for the playoffs (see <a href="#regulation-games">Regulation Games</a>).</p>
<h2 id="game-administration"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8</span> Game Administration<a class="headerlink" href="#game-administration" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="subjectivity"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.1</span> Subjectivity<a class="headerlink" href="#subjectivity" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Win-loss record shall be computed using the point system as defined in <a href="#league-standings">League Standings</a>.</p>
<h3 id="awards"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.6</span> Awards<a class="headerlink" href="#awards" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Awards, if any, shall be determined by annual vote before the start of the regular season.</p>
<h3 id="postseason"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.7</span> Postseason<a class="headerlink" href="#postseason" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h4 id="postseason-format"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.7.1</span> Postseason Format<a class="headerlink" href="#postseason-format" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>The postseason format shall be determined by annual vote before the start of the regular season.</p>
<h4 id="prizes"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.7.2</span> Prizes<a class="headerlink" href="#prizes" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Prizes, if any, shall be determined by annual vote before the start of the regular season.</p>
<h4 id="postseason-umpire-selection"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.7.3</span> Postseason Umpire Selection<a class="headerlink" href="#postseason-umpire-selection" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>For the postseason, each team may request the exclusion of one (1) particular umpire from participating in said team's series. The individual responsible for assigning umpires will make a reasonable effort to respect the team's request.</p>
<h4 id="postseason-player-eligibility"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.7.4</span> Postseason Player Eligibility<a class="headerlink" href="#postseason-player-eligibility" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Players must appear in at least five (5) regular-season games to be eligible for postseason play. Upon request to the Commissioner, an exception may be granted for a player with a long-term injury. Alumni Players are not eligible to play in the postseason.</p>
<h4 id="postseason-games"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.7.5</span> Postseason Games<a class="headerlink" href="#postseason-games" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>All postseason games shall use the Restricted Lineup Format, as defined in the Playing Rules.</p>
<p>All playoff games must be played to completion. If a postseason game is duly called by the umpire for any reason, the game is considered suspended. The game will be continued from the point in the game when it was suspended at a later date provided by the Commissioner. Lineup changes shall be subject to the Playing Rules governing substitution.</p>
<p>The run-rule, or“Slaughter Rule”, is applicable in postseason play.</p>
<h2 id="game-administration"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9</span> Game Administration<a class="headerlink" href="#game-administration" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="subjectivity"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.1</span> Subjectivity<a class="headerlink" href="#subjectivity" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>No official playing rule or League policy may be suspended, set aside, or added to under any circumstances, regardless of the will of the Managers. This provision nullifies the “If both managers agree” concept.</p>
<h3 id="pre-game"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.2</span> Pre-Game<a class="headerlink" href="#pre-game" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h4 id="field-status"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.2.1</span> Field Status<a class="headerlink" href="#field-status" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<h3 id="playing-rules"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.2</span> Playing Rules<a class="headerlink" href="#playing-rules" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Play shall be governed by the League's playing rules document (the "Playing Rules").</p>
<h3 id="interleague-play"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.3</span> Interleague Play<a class="headerlink" href="#interleague-play" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Unless otherwise specified through official League communications, play shall be in accordance with the hosting team's league playing ruleset, thus becoming the Playing Rules. A playing ruleset includes such rules as equipment, lineups, substitutions, and length of games.</p>
<p>All League policies, including but not limited to, League standings, forfeit, and discipline shall remain in effect.</p>
<h3 id="pre-game"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.4</span> Pre-Game<a class="headerlink" href="#pre-game" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h4 id="field-status"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.4.1</span> Field Status<a class="headerlink" href="#field-status" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>The host team of the field shall be responsible for checking the status of the field in the event of rain. In the event neither team is the host of the field, the home team shall be the responsible team. The responsible team must report the status of the field to the Commissioner and the assigned umpire no later than 2:00 pm for a weeknight game, and at least 2 hrs. before a weekend game. As a courtesy, the responsible team should also notify the visiting Manager, but the visiting Manager may also contact the Commissioner for information regarding the status of the field. </p>
<p>Any Manager who knowingly falsifies information regarding the status of the field to avoid playing the game for any reason will be fined and the team will forfeit the game.</p>
<h4 id="rescheduling"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.2.2</span> Rescheduling<a class="headerlink" href="#rescheduling" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<h4 id="rescheduling"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.4.2</span> Rescheduling<a class="headerlink" href="#rescheduling" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Managers from both teams must contact the Commissioner to confirm any changes that they wish to make to the official schedule. Teams may not change times, places, or dates of games without the consent of the Commissioner. Any such games played shall be considered unofficial.</p>
<p>In the discretion of the Commissioner, a game may be postponed due to extraordinary circumstances. In the event a game is to be postponed, the Commissioner shall alert the Managers in an expedient manner.</p>
<p>Any postponed or suspended games must be rescheduled in a timely fashion by the Managers of that game for the next possible date. If Managers cannot come to an agreement in a timely fashion, the Commissioner may reschedule the game.</p>
<h3 id="in-game"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.3</span> In-Game<a class="headerlink" href="#in-game" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h4 id="baseballs"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.3.1</span> Baseballs<a class="headerlink" href="#baseballs" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<h3 id="in-game"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.5</span> In-Game<a class="headerlink" href="#in-game" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h4 id="lineup-format"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.5.1</span> Lineup format<a class="headerlink" href="#lineup-format" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>In regular season play, teams shall use the Expanded Lineup Format, as defined in the Playing Rules.</p>
<h4 id="baseballs"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.5.2</span> Baseballs<a class="headerlink" href="#baseballs" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Professional-, college-, or high school-grade baseballs will be allowed for game play. Accepted brands and ball types include, but are not limited to, the Rawlings RO series, Wilson A1000 series, and Diamond D-1 series. </p>
<p>The home team must supply two (2) and the visitors one (1) baseball at the start of each game. Supplied baseballs should be new, however in rare extenuating circumstances, previously used baseballs may be used if they are in good playable condition and approved by the umpire. Additional balls shall be supplied alternately by each team beginning with the visiting team. Teams that supply non-approved balls may face displine up to and including forfeit of the game.</p>
<h4 id="bats"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.3.2</span> Bats<a class="headerlink" href="#bats" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Unless otherwise supplied, the home team must supply two (2) and the visitors one (1) baseball at the start of each game. Supplied baseballs should be new, however in rare extenuating circumstances, previously used baseballs may be used if they are in good playable condition and approved by the umpire. Additional balls shall be supplied alternately by each team beginning with the visiting team. Teams that supply non-approved balls may face discipline up to and including forfeit of the game.</p>
<h4 id="bats"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.5.3</span> Bats<a class="headerlink" href="#bats" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>All bats must be wood or BBCOR certified. Use of an illegal bat shall be subject to the Major League rules that govern this area.</p>
<h4 id="bases-home-plate-and-pitching-rubber"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.3.3</span> Bases, home plate, and pitching rubber<a class="headerlink" href="#bases-home-plate-and-pitching-rubber" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<h4 id="bases-home-plate-and-pitching-rubber"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.5.4</span> Bases, home plate, and pitching rubber<a class="headerlink" href="#bases-home-plate-and-pitching-rubber" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>All teams are expected to have a set of bases, a home plate, and a pitching rubber. These items shall conform to Major League Baseball specifications. Items conforming to 2022 specifications shall also be considered legal.</p>
<p>The host team for the field shall be responsible for accurately setting up the bases, and if necessary, home plate and the pitching rubber. In the event neither team is host of the field, the home team shall have this responsibilty. Should the responsible team fail to have these necessities by the start of the game, they will lose by forfeit. The visiting team may lend the equipment, although they are not required to do so.</p>
<h4 id="uniforms"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.3.4</span> Uniforms<a class="headerlink" href="#uniforms" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>The host team for the field shall be responsible for accurately setting up the bases, and if necessary, home plate and the pitching rubber. In the event neither team is host of the field, the home team shall have this responsibility. Should the responsible team fail to have these necessities by the start of the game, they will lose by forfeit. The visiting team may lend the equipment, although they are not required to do so.</p>
<h4 id="uniforms"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.5.5</span> Uniforms<a class="headerlink" href="#uniforms" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Uniform compliance is required in order to protect League competitive integrity, roster transparency, and game administration. </p>
<ol>
<li>Required uniform elements are:<ol>
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<li>A Player may not wear or borrow another rostered Player’s jersey or number to satisfy this rule.</li>
<li>By each Member Franchise’s first regular-season game, all rostered Players are required to be in compliant uniforms.</li>
<li>If a Member Franchise cannot meet full compliance due to extenuating circumstances, its Manager must notify the Commissioner or designated League officer before game time, state the reason, and provide a date certain for correction.</li>
<li>Any Manager who observes a material uniform violation is encouraged to report it promptly to the Commissioner. Reporting does imply a request for forfeit. Umpires are also encouraged to note and report uniform issues.</li>
<li>Any Manager who observes a material uniform violation is encouraged to report it promptly to the Commissioner. Reporting does not imply a request for forfeit. Umpires are also encouraged to note and report uniform issues.</li>
<li>The Commissioner may impose discipline for uniform non-compliance, including warnings, corrective deadlines, fines, temporary player ineligibility, and other remedies authorized by League rules. In determining the appropriate discipline, the Commissioner may consider factors including bad faith, repeated non-compliance, and refusal to comply with a League directive. Penalties may be imposed up to and including game forfeits.</li>
</ol>
<h4 id="umpires"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.3.5</span> Umpires<a class="headerlink" href="#umpires" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Umpires shall have the sole responsibility for the enforcement of all sections in <a href="#team-rosters-players-and-eligibility">Team Rosters Players And Eligibility</a> of the Bylaws, except where specified.</p>
<h4 id="umpires"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.5.6</span> Umpires<a class="headerlink" href="#umpires" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Umpires shall have the sole responsibility for the enforcement of the Playing Rules.</p>
<p>Umpires are to be paid on the field promptly upon request.</p>
<p>Should a league sanctioned umpire fail to appear at game time, the teams can choose to play the game with an umpire(s) of mutual choosing. The Commissioner needs to be informed by both teams prior to the start of the game to make it official.</p>
<h4 id="minimum-number-of-players"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.3.6</span> Minimum Number of Players<a class="headerlink" href="#minimum-number-of-players" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Forfeit time shall be 20 minutes after the scheduled starting time. If a ninth player does not arrive or arrives after forfeit time, the team shall be in technical forfeit, as defined in <a href="#forfeits">Forfeits</a>.</p>
<h4 id="minimum-number-of-players"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.5.7</span> Minimum Number of Players<a class="headerlink" href="#minimum-number-of-players" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Forfeit time shall be 20 minutes after the scheduled starting time. </p>
<ol>
<li>A team may begin a game with eight (8) players up to two (2) times in one season. A team that fails to field nine (9) players at the start of the game after receiving 2 (two) prior technical forfeits shall forfeit all subsequent games.</li>
<li>A team in technical forfeit shall remain in technical forfeit, regardless of the number of players with which it finished the game.</li>
</ol>
<p>If a ninth player does not arrive or arrives after forfeit time, the team shall be in technical forfeit, as defined in <a href="#forfeits">Forfeits</a>.</p>
<h4 id="protests"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.3.7</span> Protests<a class="headerlink" href="#protests" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>If a ninth player does not arrive or arrives after forfeit time, play may continue, but the short team shall be in technical forfeit, as defined in <a href="#technical-forfeit">Technical Forfeit</a>.</p>
<h4 id="protests"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.5.8</span> Protests<a class="headerlink" href="#protests" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Protests may only be made on the grounds of a violation of a rule stated in League policy or playing rules. Protests may not, under any circumstances, be based on the judgment of an umpire’s call. The protesting team’s Manager must notify the umpire of the protest at the time the violation occurred. </p>
<h3 id="post-game"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.4</span> Post-Game<a class="headerlink" href="#post-game" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h4 id="field-maintenance"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.4.1</span> Field Maintenance<a class="headerlink" href="#field-maintenance" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<h3 id="post-game"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.6</span> Post-Game<a class="headerlink" href="#post-game" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h4 id="field-maintenance"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.6.1</span> Field Maintenance<a class="headerlink" href="#field-maintenance" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>All teams are responsible for the maintenance and cleanup of the field and dugout areas after a game. Both teams must fill in all infield, batter’s box, and pitching mound holes. Additionally, both teams must have adequate equipment on hand for field maintenance. Teams who repeatedly fail to do proper post-game maintenance may be subject to discipline.</p>
<h4 id="notification-of-results"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.4.2</span> Notification of Results<a class="headerlink" href="#notification-of-results" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<h4 id="notification-of-results"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.6.2</span> Notification of Results<a class="headerlink" href="#notification-of-results" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>The winning team shall be responsible for notifying the Commissioner of the score of the game no later than 10:00 AM the day after the game was played via text message, email, or telephone call. In the result of a forfeit, notification shall be immediately at the conclusion of the game.</p>
<h4 id="notification-of-protest"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.4.3</span> Notification of Protest<a class="headerlink" href="#notification-of-protest" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<h4 id="notification-of-protest"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.6.3</span> Notification of Protest<a class="headerlink" href="#notification-of-protest" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Managers shall notify the league Commissioner of any formal <a href="#protests">Protest</a> at the earliest possible time after the game and provide umpire signature as proof of notification.</p>
<p>All requested information must be accurately reported. Any Manager who knowingly falsifies information will be subject to discipline up to and including game forfeiture charged to that Manager's team.</p>
<h4 id="protest-ruling"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.4.4</span> Protest Ruling<a class="headerlink" href="#protest-ruling" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<h4 id="protest-ruling"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.6.4</span> Protest Ruling<a class="headerlink" href="#protest-ruling" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>Upon the filing of a protest, the Commissioner may request advisory review or convene an advisory committee as otherwise provided in this document. The Commissioner shall gather relevant facts and deliberate on the merits before issuing a ruling. Rulings are subject to appeal and oversight as specified elsewhere in this document.</p>
<h3 id="game-outcomes"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.5</span> Game Outcomes<a class="headerlink" href="#game-outcomes" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h4 id="technical-forfeit"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.5.1</span> Technical forfeit<a class="headerlink" href="#technical-forfeit" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<h3 id="game-outcomes"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.7</span> Game Outcomes<a class="headerlink" href="#game-outcomes" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<h4 id="technical-forfeit"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.7.1</span> Technical Forfeit<a class="headerlink" href="#technical-forfeit" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>If a team is in technical forfeit status, the game may proceed as permitted by Playing Rules, but the following applies:</p>
<ol>
<li>A team in technical forfeit that wins shall receive one (1) standings point for that game.</li>
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<li>Technical forfeit status remains in effect for that game regardless of later player arrivals.</li>
</ol>
<p>The opponent of a team in technical forfeit is entitled to a full (2) standings points for a win.</p>
<h4 id="forfeit"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.8.5.2</span> Forfeit<a class="headerlink" href="#forfeit" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<h4 id="forfeit"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">2.9.7.2</span> Forfeit<a class="headerlink" href="#forfeit" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>If a game is forfeited, the following applies:</p>
<ol>
<li>The forfeiting team must pay, at the time of the forfeit, the full cost of the umpire(s), and shall be considered not in good standing as defined in <a href="#classification-standing">Classification; Standing</a>. Teams will be considered not in good standing until payment is made.</li>
<li>The forfeiting team must pay, at the time of the forfeit, the full cost of the umpire(s), and shall be considered not in Good Standing. Teams will be considered not in Good Standing until payment is made.</li>
<li>The forfeiting team shall receive a loss and a minus two (-2) point standings penalty.</li>
<li>The non-forfeiting team shall receive a 7 runs to 0 runs win in the standings and is entitled to a full (2) standings points.</li>
<li>The forfeiting team must pay the full cost of umpire fees for the forfeited game.</li>

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<h1 id="playing-rules"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.</span> Playing Rules<a class="headerlink" href="#playing-rules" title="Permanent link"></a></h1>
<h2 id="incorporated-rules"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.1</span> Incorporated Rules<a class="headerlink" href="#incorporated-rules" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h2 id="authority-and-rule-hierarchy"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.1</span> Authority and Rule Hierarchy<a class="headerlink" href="#authority-and-rule-hierarchy" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>Umpires have full authority to administer and enforce game rules on the field. In applying written rules, the controlling order is: (1) League Policy, (2) these Playing Rules, and (3) Incorporated Rules. If provisions conflict, the higher-priority source controls to the extent of the conflict.</p>
<h2 id="incorporated-rules"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.2</span> Incorporated Rules<a class="headerlink" href="#incorporated-rules" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>Except where specified in this document, games shall incorporate the Official Baseball Rules of Major League Baseball (the "Incorporated Rules").</p>
<p>These rules shall <em>not</em> incorporate the following rules of Major League Baseball:</p>
<ul>
<li>Rule 4.03(c)(4) specifying limitations on when a position player can pitch.</li>
<li>Rule 5.02(c) specifying limitations on infielder placement.</li>
<li>Rule 7.01(b) incorporating the parameters of the Extra Innings Rule, which includes starting each half-inning following the last regulation inning with a runner on second base.</li>
<li>Rule 5.10(m)(1) limiting the number of mound visits.</li>
<li>Rule 5.10(g) requiring that pitchers must face at least three batters.</li>
<li>Rules 5.07(c) specifying time limits on pitchers and batters. Limitations on pitcher disengagements (i.e. pick-offs) shall also not be incorporated.</li>
<li>Rule(s) specifying limitations on when a position player can pitch.</li>
<li>Rule(s) specifying limitations on infielder placement.</li>
<li>Rule(s) incorporating the parameters of the Extra Innings Rule, which includes starting each half-inning following the last regulation inning with a runner on second base.</li>
<li>Rule(s) limiting the number of mound visits per game. Limitations on visits per inning still apply.</li>
<li>Rule(s) requiring that pitchers must face at least three batters.</li>
<li>Rule(s) specifying time limits on pitchers and batters. </li>
<li>Rule(s) limiting pitcher disengagements (i.e. pick-offs).</li>
<li>Any rule requiring specialized equipment or trained personnel, such as replay review.</li>
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<h2 id="regulation-games"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.2</span> Regulation Games<a class="headerlink" href="#regulation-games" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h2 id="pre-game-meeting"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.3</span> Pre-Game Meeting<a class="headerlink" href="#pre-game-meeting" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>Before first pitch, the Managers and the umpire-in-chief shall conduct a pre-game meeting. A Manager may designate a team delegate to attend on the Manager’s behalf. At this meeting, the teams shall exchange lineups and review any applicable ground rules with the umpire.</p>
<h2 id="regulation-games"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.4</span> Regulation Games<a class="headerlink" href="#regulation-games" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>Games played under the auspices of both recognized Managers of the participating teams shall count as official. A regulation game is defined as follows</p>
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<li>A regulation game consists of seven (7) innings, unless extended because of a tie score, or shortened because the home team needs none of its half of the seventh inning or only a fraction of it, or because the umpire calls the game in accordance with <a href="#reasons-for-a-game-to-be-called">3.3 Reasons for a Game to be Called</a>.</li>
<li>If the score is tied after seven completed innings play shall continue until (1) the visiting team has scored more total runs than the home team at the end of a completed inning, or (2) the home team scores the winning run in an uncompleted inning. If a regulation game is called with the score tied, it shall remain a tie game.</li>
<li>If a game is called by the umpire, per <a href="#reasons-for-a-game-to-be-called">3.3 Reasons for a Game to be Called</a>, it is a regulation (official) game:</li>
<li>If four innings have been completed;</li>
<li>If the home team has scored more runs in four or three and a fraction half-innings than the visiting team has scored in four completed half-innings;</li>
<li>If the home team scores one or more runs in its half of the fourth inning to tie the score.</li>
<li>A regulation game is scheduled for seven (7) innings.</li>
<li>A game becomes a regulation game after four (4) completed innings, or after 3 1/2 innings if the home team is ahead.</li>
<li>If the score is tied after seven (7) completed innings, play shall continue until a winner is determined, unless the game is called and recorded as a tie under applicable called-game provisions.</li>
<li>The run-rule, or "Slaughter Rule", thresholds are:<ol>
<li>Fifteen (15) runs after four (4) complete innings, or after 3 1/2 innings if the home team is ahead;</li>
<li>Twelve (12) runs after five (5) complete innings, or after 4 1/2 innings if the home team is ahead.</li>
<li>Ten (10) runs after three (3) complete innings in a game that is called under applicable called-game provisions.</li>
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<p>Postseason games are exempt from this definition as specified in <a href="#completion-of-playoff-games">Completion of Playoff Games</a>.
1. Slaughter Rule: The game shall be ended and the leading team declared the winner:
1. If after 4 complete innings the visiting team is ahead in the score by 15 or more runs, or if after 3½ innings the home team is ahead by the same, the game will be ended and the leading team declared the winner.
1. If after 5 or more complete innings the visiting team is ahead in the score by 12 or more runs, or if after 4½ innings or more the home team is ahead by the same, the game will be ended and the leading team declared the winner.</p>
<p>The Slaughter Rule is applicable for the playoffs as specified in <a href="#completion-of-playoff-games">Completion of Playoff Games</a>.
1. If a game is called after 3 complete innings and one team is ahead by 10 or more runs, the game will be ended and the leading team declared the winner. </p>
<p>Postseason games are exempt from this definition as specified in <a href="#completion-of-playoff-games">Completion of Playoff Games</a>.</p>
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<li>If a game is postponed or otherwise called before it has become a regulation game, the umpire-in-chief shall declare it “No Game,” meaning the game must be restarted (not resumed) at a later date.</li>
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<li>If a game is called before it becomes a regulation game, it is a “No Game” and shall be replayed from the start, unless otherwise required by provisions in League Policy.</li>
<li>Exceptions, including completion requirements for suspended games, are governed by League Policy (e.g., in the case of playoff or championship games).</li>
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<p>Postseason games are exempt from this definition as specified in <a href="#completion-of-playoff-games">Completion of Playoff Games</a>.</p>
<h2 id="reasons-for-a-game-to-be-called"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.3</span> Reasons for a Game to be Called<a class="headerlink" href="#reasons-for-a-game-to-be-called" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="reasons-for-a-game-to-be-called"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.4.1</span> Reasons for a Game to be Called<a class="headerlink" href="#reasons-for-a-game-to-be-called" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>An umpire, in their discretion, may declare a game called if</p>
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<li>Darkness prevents further safe play.</li>
<li>Rain, lightning, or other inclement weather precludes safe conditions.</li>
<li>A new inning would start after 8:15 p.m at a field without lights.</li>
<li>Local laws or field rules (e.g. lightning detector) prevent continuation of the game.</li>
<li>Other circumstances prevent further safe play. The Rules and Competition Committee may rule on any forfeit or loss of points as applicable.</li>
<li>Other circumstances prevent further safe play. League Policy may dictate any forfeit or penalty as applicable.</li>
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<h2 id="game-equipment-and-uniforms"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.4</span> Game Equipment and Uniforms<a class="headerlink" href="#game-equipment-and-uniforms" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h2 id="game-equipment-and-uniforms"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.5</span> Game Equipment and Uniforms<a class="headerlink" href="#game-equipment-and-uniforms" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>Games shall be played with legal baseball equipment and player uniforms as required by League Rules and Policy.</p>
<h2 id="minimum-number-of-players"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.5</span> Minimum Number of Players<a class="headerlink" href="#minimum-number-of-players" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>Teams must start the game at the scheduled starting time if they have a minimum of (8) players present. League policy may designate a forfeit time after which a team with less than the minimum is subject to forfeit. A team may not wait until this forfeit time for players to arrive. The game must begin as soon as a team reaches this minimum.</p>
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<li>In the event a team starts a game with eight (8) players, the ninth spot in the batting order shall be considered an out recorded to the pitcher. A team may insert a ninth player in the vacant ninth spot after the start of play.</li>
<li>The vacated spot in the batting order shall be considered an automatic out.</li>
<li>Should a team fall below the minimum, the game is terminated and the team loses by forfeit.</li>
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<p>A team may finish the game a player short, that is one (1) player less than they started the game with (eight (8) players for a nine (9) man line-up, nine (9) players for a ten (10) man), provided the team does not fall below this minimum.</p>
<h2 id="player-injuries"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.6</span> Player Injuries<a class="headerlink" href="#player-injuries" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h2 id="lineups"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.6</span> Lineups<a class="headerlink" href="#lineups" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<h3 id="lineup-format"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.6.1</span> Lineup Format<a class="headerlink" href="#lineup-format" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>The <a href="#expanded-lineup-format">Expanded Lineup Format</a> shall apply unless League Policy expressly provides for the Restricted Lineup Format (e.g., playoffs or championship games).</p>
<h3 id="expanded-lineup-format"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.6.2</span> Expanded Lineup Format<a class="headerlink" href="#expanded-lineup-format" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>In the Expanded Lineup Format, a team’s batting lineup shall constitute not fewer than nine (9) batting positions. Additional batting positions may be declared at lineup exchange without limit. The number of batting positions declared shall remain fixed for the duration of the game. If, for any other reason, a batting position is or becomes unoccupied, that lineup position shall be recorded as an out each time it appears in the batting order.</p>
<p>A player substituted from the batting order may not re-enter the batting order unless otherwise permitted herein. Defensive substitutions may be made freely at any time and do not affect the batting order. Players may enter, exit, and re-enter defensively without limitation.</p>
<p>The following lineup designations are permitted, but not required, in Expanded Lineup Format:</p>
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<li>Any number of Extra Hitters</li>
<li>(1) Designated Runner</li>
<li>Courtesy Runner for the pitcher and catcher</li>
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<p>A player occupying the Extra Hitter position may assume any defensive position at any time without affecting the batting order. Likewise, a player currently in the defensive alignment may be reassigned to the Extra Hitter position without affecting the batting order. In the Expanded Lineup Format, changes in defensive alignment do not alter the order or occupancy of batting positions.</p>
<p>Because defensive alignment does not govern the batting order in the Expanded Lineup Format, the Designated Hitter designation does apply in Expanded Lineup Format. Any player marked as a DH will be considered an error and assumed to be an EH.</p>
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<h4 id="shared-batting-positions"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.6.2.1</span> Shared Batting Positions<a class="headerlink" href="#shared-batting-positions" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>In the Expanded Lineup Format, any batting position may be designated at lineup exchange as shared by two players (“A” and “B”). The two players shall bat in alternating sequence each time that position appears in the order, beginning with the player designated “A.”</p>
<p>A player occupying a shared batting position may be substituted. A substitute assumes the same alternating designation (A or B), and the position remains shared provided two occupants are maintained.</p>
<p>If a shared batting position is reduced to a single occupant and no substitute is entered to maintain two occupants, the position shall thereafter be treated as a single-player position and may not again be shared during that game.</p>
<h3 id="restricted-lineup-format"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.6.3</span> Restricted Lineup Format<a class="headerlink" href="#restricted-lineup-format" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>In the Restricted Lineup Format, a team’s batting lineup shall constitute not fewer than nine (9) batting positions. Additional batting positions may be declared at lineup exchange without limit by using additional Extra Hitters. The number of batting positions declared shall remain fixed for the duration of the game.</p>
<p>Each batting position shall be occupied by a single player. Shared batting positions are not permitted.</p>
<p>If, for any other reason, a batting position is or becomes unoccupied, that lineup position shall be recorded as an out each time it appears in the batting order, unless otherwise provided in the Incorporated Rules, these Rules, or League Policy.</p>
<p>A player substituted from the batting order may not re-enter the game unless permitted by the Incorporated Rules. Defensive substitutions shall be governed by the Incorporated Rules. Defensive re-entry is not permitted unless otherwise allowed by those rules.</p>
<p>The following lineup designations are permitted, but not required, in Restricted Lineup Format:</p>
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<li>(1) Designated Hitter</li>
<li>Any number of Extra Hitters</li>
<li>(1) Designated Runner</li>
<li>Courtesy Runner for the pitcher and catcher</li>
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<p>The minimum number of players per team shall be established as the number of required batting positions as governed by the applicable Lineup Format.</p>
<p>Teams may play with (1) fewer player and if each team has at least this many players present, they must start the game. </p>
<p>League Policy may apply standings penalty for teams that start with fewer than the minimum. League Policy may also designate a "forfeit time," the period after which a team with less than the minimum is subject to penalty. A team may not wait until this forfeit time for players to arrive. A team may insert a player into the vacant spot after the start of play.</p>
<p>Any unoccupied patting positions are shall be recorded as an out each time it appears in the batting order unless otherwise provided in these Rules, or League Policy. </p>
<p>A team may finish the game (1) player short, that is one (1) player less than they started the game with (eight (8) players for a nine (9) person line-up, nine (9) players for a ten (10) person lineup). Should a team fall below (8) players, the game is terminated and this team loses by forfeit.</p>
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<p>For a game subject to the Expanded Lineup, the required number of batting positions is nine (9), so as soon as each team has eight (8) players, the game must start. </p>
<p>If a team starts with (8) the vacant ninth spot is an automatic out each time it comes up. If the ninth player arrives after first pitch, that player may be inserted into the vacant spot.</p>
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<h4 id="designated-hitter-dh"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.6.5.1</span> Designated Hitter (DH)<a class="headerlink" href="#designated-hitter-dh" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>A Designated Hitter may bat for any defensive player. If the defensive player for whom the DH bats enters the batting order, the DH is terminated. Substitution rules apply consistent with the applicable Lineup Format.</p>
<h4 id="extra-hitter-eh"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.6.5.2</span> Extra Hitter (EH)<a class="headerlink" href="#extra-hitter-eh" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>An Extra Hitter is a batting-only lineup position and may not be used in the field as an extra defensive fielder. For substitution and lineup-administration purposes, an EH position shall be treated the same as a defensive position and may be substituted, re-entered, or reassigned in as governed by the applicable Lineup Format.</p>
<h4 id="designated-runner-dr"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.6.5.3</span> Designated Runner (DR)<a class="headerlink" href="#designated-runner-dr" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>A Designated Runner may run for a specified batting position whenever the player occupying that batting position safely reaches base. If the defensive player for whom the DR bats enters the batting order, the DR is terminated. Substitution of either player is governed by the applicable Lineup Format.</p>
<p>Teams with no eligible players remaining on the bench (i.e. all players are in the batting lineup) may elect to use the player that made the last out as the designated runner.</p>
<h4 id="courtesy-runner-cr"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.6.5.4</span> Courtesy Runner (CR)<a class="headerlink" href="#courtesy-runner-cr" title="Permanent link"></a></h4>
<p>A Courtesy Runner may be used for pitchers or catchers at any time. It is not mandatory to do so.</p>
<p>A Courtesy Runner must not otherwise have participated in the game unless no eligible substitute remains. In this case, teams must use the first player taken out of the game or the player that made the last out.</p>
<p>Pitchers or catchers must record at least one (1) defensive out to be eligible, unless reaching base in the first inning as the visiting team.</p>
<h3 id="injury-substitutions"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.6.6</span> Injury Substitutions<a class="headerlink" href="#injury-substitutions" title="Permanent link"></a></h3>
<p>Substitutions are governed by the applicable Lineup Format with the following exception:</p>
<p>Should a player suffer a debilitating injury during the game and cannot continue, and a team has no more eligible players on its bench, a team can use a player that was removed from the game to replace him. This replacement player must be the first player removed from the game, and if this player is unavailable the next player is used (and so on). If no reserve is present, the vacated spot in the lineup is skipped and all batters move up accordingly, with no penalty to the affected team.</p>
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<li>If a substantial case can be made that a team skipped a spot with the intent to gain a competitive advantage, a protest by the opposing team may retroactively be ruled as a forfeit.</li>
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<h2 id="designated-hitter"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.7</span> Designated Hitter<a class="headerlink" href="#designated-hitter" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>The League shall follow the designated hitter rule as set forth in the Incorporated Rules, with the exception that a team may designate a D.H. for any position on the field.</p>
<h2 id="designated-runner"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.8</span> Designated Runner<a class="headerlink" href="#designated-runner" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>The League shall elect to use a designated runner rule, similar to the designated hitter rule.</p>
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<li>A runner may be designated to run for a specified player in any game without otherwise affecting the status of the player(s) in the game.</li>
<li>The designated runner must take the place of the specified player whenever that player reaches base or the designated runner. </li>
<li>If the specified player is substituted, this substitute player may inherit the designated runner.</li>
<li>Designated runners are subject to the same substitution rules as the designated hitter as defined in <a href="#designated-hitter">3.7 Designated Hitter</a></li>
<li>Teams with no eligible players remaining on the bench (i.e. all players are in the batting lineup) may elect to use the player that made the last out as the designated runner.</li>
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<h2 id="extra-hitter"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.9</span> Extra Hitter<a class="headerlink" href="#extra-hitter" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>Prior to the start of the game a team may choose to play an extra hitter (EH). If the team uses this option, the following conditions apply:</p>
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<li>An EH shall only bat. They cannot take a position in the field as a tenth fielder.</li>
<li>The EH shall be treated like any other position in the field, and can be substituted for, switch positions, or anything else that a position player can do.</li>
<li>There is no limit to the number of extra hitters a team may elect to use, provided the names and numbers of these players are included in the lineup exchanged before the game.</li>
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<h2 id="courtesy-runner"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.10</span> Courtesy Runner<a class="headerlink" href="#courtesy-runner" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>Teams may use courtesy runners for pitchers and catchers at any time. It is not mandatory to do so (speed-up rule), but the umpire(s) are required to keep the game moving expeditiously.</p>
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<li>Courtesy runners for pitchers and catchers cannot be, or have been, in the game at any time other than as a courtesy runner. Teams with no eligible players remaining on the bench must use the first player taken out of the game or the player that made the last out.</li>
<li>The pitcher or catcher must play at least one (1) defensive out to be eligible for a courtesy runner unless they reach base in the first inning as a member of the visiting team.</li>
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<h2 id="batting-lineup"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.11</span> Batting Lineup<a class="headerlink" href="#batting-lineup" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>The batting lineup shall consist of at minimum 9 slots (or 8 adhering to section <a href="#minimum-number-of-players">3.5 Minimum Number of Players</a>). Additional slots may be used without limit (see <a href="#extra-hitter">3.9 Extra Hitter</a>). Any player may be substituted in their batting lineup slot by using a pinch-hitter or pinch-runner for that player. The original player may not re-enter the game as a hitter.</p>
<h2 id="ab-batting-lineup-slots"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.12</span> A/B Batting Lineup Slots<a class="headerlink" href="#ab-batting-lineup-slots" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>In regular season play, any batting lineup slot may be optionally designated as an "A/B" batting slot, meaning it is shared between two players adhering to the following rules:</p>
<ol>
<li>The batter designated "A" shall bat the first time through the lineup and the batter designated "B" batting the second time through the lineup, continuing in alternating fashion for the remainder of the game. </li>
<li>Rules for the substitutions of either "A" or "B" batter are the same as any other batting lineup slot.</li>
<li>In the event of injury of either player when there are no reserve players available, the uninjured player shall bat in place of the injured player without penalty.</li>
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<p>In postseason play, the A/B batting slot rule defined above shall not be applicable.</p>
<h2 id="defensive-lineup"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.13</span> Defensive Lineup<a class="headerlink" href="#defensive-lineup" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>In regular season play, the defensive line-up is independent of the batting lineup and substitutions shall be allowed as follows:</p>
<ol>
<li>Any player may be freely substituted in the defensive line-up at any time, without affecting the players’ in the batting line-up. Players may enter, exit, and re-enter the game in the defensive line-up without limitation.</li>
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<p>In postseason play, the free defensive substitution rule defined above shall not be applicable and substitutions shall be made in accordance to applicable League and Incorporated Rules.</p>
<h2 id="collisions"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.14</span> Collisions<a class="headerlink" href="#collisions" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>If a substantial case can be made that a team skipped a spot with the intent to gain a competitive advantage, the pending team may be subject to penalty, up to and including forfeit following a successful protest in accordance with League Policy.</p>
<h2 id="collisions"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.7</span> Collisions<a class="headerlink" href="#collisions" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>Collisions are prohibited, except for contact that results from a legal slide. The runner is responsible for sliding or otherwise avoiding contact. Fielders and runners must comply with Incorporated Rules governing interference, obstruction, and collisions at home plate.</p>
<p>Unless the umpire rules that the contact was incidental or caused by fielder obstruction, the runner shall be called out, the ball declared dead, and the runner automatically ejected. If the umpire determines the collision was flagrant, additional penalties may be imposed as applicable in League policy.</p>
<h2 id="umpire-disputes"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.15</span> Umpire Disputes<a class="headerlink" href="#umpire-disputes" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>Any umpire’s decision which involves judgment, as specified in the Incorporated Rules, are final. No player or manager shall object to any such judgment decisions. The appeal of umpire decisions shall be governed as set forth in the Incorporated Rules. No player, manager, coach or substitute shall object to judgment decisions. If there is reasonable doubt that any umpire’s decision may be in conflict with the rules, the manager may appeal the decision and ask that a correct ruling be made. </p>
<p>Unless the umpire rules that the contact was incidental or caused by fielder obstruction, the runner shall be called out, the ball declared dead, and the runner automatically ejected. If the umpire determines the collision was flagrant, additional penalties may be imposed as applicable in League Policy.</p>
<h2 id="umpire-disputes"><span class="enumerate-headings-plugin enumerate-heading-plugin">3.8</span> Umpire Disputes<a class="headerlink" href="#umpire-disputes" title="Permanent link"></a></h2>
<p>The appeal of umpire decisions shall be governed as set forth in the Incorporated Rules. Any protests must be made in accordance with League Policy.</p>
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<li>Any umpire’s decision which involves judgment are final. No player or manager shall object to any such judgment decisions. </li>
<li>If there is reasonable doubt that any umpire’s decision may be in conflict with the rules, the Manager, and the Manger alone, may appeal the decision and ask that a correct ruling be made. </li>
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