add docx to prerelease

.github/workflows/release.yml

@@ -13,6 +13,7 @@ permissions:
 env:
   MKDOCS_CONFIG: mkdocs/mkdocs.yml
   MKDOCS_STRICT: ${{ vars.MKDOCS_STRICT || 'true' }}
+  SKIP_DOCX: f${{ vars.SKIP_DOCX || 'false' }}e
 
 jobs:
   publish:
@@ -34,6 +35,14 @@ jobs:
           set -euo pipefail
           pip install -r mkdocs/requirements.txt
 
+          # Install pandoc if not present
+          if [ "${SKIP_DOCX}" != "true" ]; then
+            if ! command -v pandoc >/dev/null 2>&1; then
+              sudo apt-get update
+              sudo apt-get install -y pandoc
+            fi
+          fi
+
       - name: Build docs (normal + offline, strict gate)
         run: |
           set -euo pipefail
@@ -52,6 +61,37 @@ jobs:
 
           mkdocs build "${FLAGS[@]}" -f "${MKDOCS_CONFIG}" -d "${SITE}"
           OFFLINE=true mkdocs build "${FLAGS[@]}" -f "${MKDOCS_CONFIG}" -d "${SITE_OFFLINE}"
+      
+      - name: Export docx
+        if: env.SKIP_DOCX != 'true'
+        run: |
+          set -euo pipefail
+
+          SHORT_SHA="${GITHUB_SHA::7}"
+          TAG="${GITHUB_REF_NAME}"
+
+          OUT_DIR="${RUNNER_TEMP}/pandoc"
+          OUT_FILE="${TAG}-${SHORT_SHA}.docx"
+
+          mkdir -p "${OUT_DIR}"
+
+          # Collect markdown files, excluding README.md and docs/index.md
+          mapfile -t MD_FILES < <(
+            find docs -name '*.md' \
+              ! -name 'index.md' \
+              ! -name 'README.md' \
+              | sort
+          )
+
+          echo "Generating ${OUT_FILE}"
+
+          # Adjust input paths as needed
+          pandoc \
+            "${MD_FILES[@]}" \
+            --number-sections  \
+            -o "${OUT_DIR}/${OUT_FILE}"
+
+          echo "Pandoc output written to ${OUT_DIR}/${OUT_FILE}"
 
       - name: Zip offline site
         run: |
@@ -67,9 +107,9 @@ jobs:
           name: ${{ github.ref_name }}
           tag_name: ${{ github.ref_name }}
           body: |
-            Release candidate preview (if deployed): /rc/
+            Release candidate preview.
           files: |
-            ${{ runner.temp }}/mkdocs_out/${{ github.ref_name }}.zip
+            ${{ runner.temp }}/mkdocs_out/site_offline/${{ github.ref_name }}.zip
 
       - name: Publish release
         if: startsWith(github.ref_name, 'v')
@@ -79,6 +119,7 @@ jobs:
           tag_name: ${{ github.ref_name }}
           files: |
             ${{ runner.temp }}/mkdocs_out/site_offline/${{ github.ref_name }}.zip
+            ${{ runner.temp }}/pandoc/${{ github.ref_name }}-*.docx
 
       - name: Checkout gh-pages branch
         uses: actions/checkout@v4

docs/01-constitution-and-bylaws.md

@@ -1,18 +1,35 @@
 # Constitution and Bylaws
-(the "Bylaws")
 
 ## Name
-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 (League) (the "League"). The League shall have powers as are now or as may hereafter be granted by the Act.
+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.
 
 ## Purpose
-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 with the objective of providing 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.
+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.
+
+## Powers
+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.
+
+## Limitations
+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:
+
+1. 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.
+
+1. 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.
+
+1. 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.
+
+## Principal Office. 
+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.
+
+## Registered Office and Agent. 
+The League shall have and maintain a registered office and agent in the State of Illinois in accordance with the requirements of the act. 
 
 ## Directors
 ### General Powers 
 Except as otherwise expressly herein provided or as otherwise provided by law, the property and affairs of the League shall be managed by or under the direction of its Board of Directors (the "Board of Directors"), which shall be the governing body of the League. The Board of Directors may exercise all the powers, rights, and privileges of the League, whether expressed or implied in the Articles of Incorporation or conferred by the Act or otherwise, and may do all acts and things which may be done by the League. Each Director shall be entitled to one full vote on each matter.
 
 ### Number and Qualifications 
-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.
+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.
 
 ### Election and Term of Office
 Directors shall be elected at the annual meeting of the League. 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 he or she is elected and until his or her successor has been elected or until his or her death, resignation, or removal. Directors may serve successive terms.
@@ -35,29 +52,18 @@ Any Officer may resign by written notice delivered to the Board of Directors or
 ## Officer Duties
 
 ### Commissioner
-The duties and powers of the Commissioner are as follows:
+The Commissioner shall 
 
-1. execute contracts, with approval of the board or in accordance with the budget approved by the board
-1. Shall serve a life term or until voluntary relinquishment of the office.
-1. Preside over all League meetings.
-1. Official spokesman to news media and others whenever the League’s point of view is needed.
-1. Call all regular and Rules and Competition Committee meetings and assign the date and place thereof.
-1. Appoint persons to positions as he deems necessary or until elections are held.
-1. Assess fines and punishments as he deems necessary with just cause.
+1. Preside at meetings of the Membership and of the Board of Directors.
+1. 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.
 1. Prepare and propose the League’s budget for approval by the Board.
-1. Gather all information regarding protests.
-1. Maintain a league website to keep Managers and players apprised of the state of the league.
-1. Judge and take action on all circumstances not covered in the Constitution and By-Laws in good faith and furtherance of the stated goals and principles of the league.
-1. Interpret the rules and by-laws of this Constitution and make appropriate decisions thereof.
-   1. Decisions of the Commissioner may be appealed to the Rules and Competition Committee. Appeals must be presented in writing and must contain specific grounds for the appeal.
+1. 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.
 
 ### Treasurer
-The Treasurer shall be responsible for the League’s monetary assets and its proper handling and distribution as ordered by the league and its Commissioner.
-
-tax returns
-
-### Secretary ?
+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.
 
+### Secretary
+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.
 
 ### Compensation
 The Officers shall serve without compensation.
@@ -71,17 +77,25 @@ The Board of Directors shall hold its annual meeting after January 1 at a time a
 Additional meetings of the Board of Directors may be called by the Commissioner or any Director.
 
 ### Quorum and Voting
-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 By-Laws.
+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. 
 
-## Misc
+### Informal Action by Directors 
+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.
 
-### Amendments
-These By-Laws 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.
+## Miscellaneous
 
 ### Drafts, Checks, Deposits
 
-### dissolution
+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.
 
-### books records and minutes
+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.
 
-### contracts
+### Books Records and Minutes
+
+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.
+
+### Amendments
+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.
+
+## Dissolution 
+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.

docs/02-league-rules-and-policy.md

@@ -1,10 +1,77 @@
 # League Rules and Policy
 
 ## Subjectivity
-These rules, regulations, articles, and By-Laws may not 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.
+These rules, regulations, articles, and Bylaws may not 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.
+
+## Member Franchises (Teams) and Management
+
+A Member Franchise consists of:
+
+1. A league-approved team identity;
+1. A designated Manager authorized to act on its behalf;
+1. A roster of eligible and capable players;
+
+All references to “Teams” within this document shall be deemed synonymous with “Member Franchises.”
+
+### Recognition
+1. A Member Franchise shall be recognized by the league upon acceptance by the League and payment of all required fees.
+1. Recognition grants the Member Franchise the right to participate in league activities, subject to compliance with this document.
+1. Membership does not confer ownership rights beyond league participation.
+
+### Team Identity
+1. Each Member Franchise shall operate under a single league-approved team name.
+1. Team names must be unique within the league.
+1. The league reserves the right to reject, revoke, or require modification of any team name for any reason, including but not limited to offensiveness, duplication, or reputational concerns.
+
+###  Admission of New Member Franchises
+The Commissioner shall review applications for new Member Franchises for compliance with Franchise Standards.
+
+1. Upon acceptable review, the Commissioner shall present the proposed Member Franchise to the League membership for consideration.
+1. Proposed Member Franchises may present a positive case for inclusion.
+1. Acceptance shall require a simple majority vote of the Board.
+
+### Manager Designation and Authority
+1. Each Member Franchise shall designate one individual as its Manager.
+1. The Manager shall be the **sole authorized representative** of the Member Franchise for all league matters unless otherwise approved by the Commissioner.
+1. The Manager shall be responsible for:
+   1. Communication with the league;
+   1. Submission of rosters and player information;
+   1. Payment or coordination of all required fees;
+   1. Ensuring compliance with league rules by players and associated individuals.
+1. All actions taken by the Manager shall be deemed actions of the Member Franchise.
+1. The Member Franchise shall remain responsible for all obligations and penalties regardless of internal team disputes or player actions.
+1. Each Member Franchise may designate an Assistant Manager.
+
+### Manager Changes
+1. A Member Franchise may change its Manager by providing notice to the Commissioner.
+1. Manager changes shall not relieve the Member Franchise of any existing obligations, penalties, or disciplinary actions.
+
+## Players
+A Player is an individual listed on the official roster of a Member Franchise.
+
+Player status is contingent upon:
+
+1. Compliance with roster and eligibility requirements;
+1. Payment of any applicable fees to their Manager or the League;
+1. Adherence to all League rules, policies, and codes of conduct.
+
+A Player participates in League activities solely through association with a Member Franchise and possesses no independent membership rights.
+
+### Appointed League Roles
+The Commissioner may appoint individuals to operational roles as necessary to support League administration, subject to Board oversight.
+
+Appointed roles may include, but are not limited to, the following:
+   1. Umpire Assigner;
+   1. Webmaster;
+   1. Social Media or Communications Coordinator;
+   1. Other roles deemed necessary by the Commissioner.
+
+The Commissioner shall define the duties, scope, and term of each appointed role.
+
+No appointed role shall possess independent authority to interpret rules, impose discipline, levy fees or fines, or bind the League, unless such authority is expressly granted by this document or by vote of the League.
 
 ## Budget
-A budget for the next fiscal year shall be prepared by the Commissioner for presentation and approval of the Board. The budget shall conssit the annual Member dues, other income, and expected expenditures for the operating year. The board shall present the approved budget for information to league Members.
+A budget for the next fiscal year shall be prepared by the Commissioner for presentation and approval of the Board. The budget shall consists the annual Member dues, other income, and expected expenditures for the operating year. The board shall present the approved budget for information to league Members.
 
 ### Rules and Competition Committee Meetings
 The Rules and Competition Committee shall meet at the discretion of the Commissioner. These meetings must be held in person, except in extenuating circumstances by agreement between the Commissioner and the Committee.
@@ -20,7 +87,7 @@ The Rules and Competition Committee, to be made up of the Commissioner and two (
 Webmaster, Umpire Assigner
 
 ### Umpires
-Umpires shall have the sole responsibility for the enforcement of all sections in [Team Rosters Players And Eligibility](#team-rosters-players-and-eligibility) of the By-Laws, except where specified.
+Umpires shall have the sole responsibility for the enforcement of all sections in [Team Rosters Players And Eligibility](#team-rosters-players-and-eligibility) of the Bylaws, except where specified.
 
 ## Code of Conduct
 ### Ethics
@@ -30,29 +97,14 @@ All League members, including officers, Managers, umpires, and players shall str
 All League members, including officers, Managers, umpires, and players are expected to behave in a sportsmanlike manner, promoting fair competitive play in a respectful atmosphere.
 
 ## Definition; Amendments
-These By-Laws shall stand as the official rules of the League.
-All League members shall abide by and are subject to, without exception, all rules and regulations as outlined in the Constitution and By-Laws as well as the authority of the League Commissioner, in accordance with [Subjectivity](#subjectivity)
+These Bylaws shall stand as the official rules of the League.
+All League members shall abide by and are subject to, without exception, all rules and regulations as outlined in the Constitution and Bylaws as well as the authority of the League Commissioner, in accordance with [Subjectivity](#subjectivity)
 
-### Amending the By-Laws
-By-Laws may be amended, removed, or added by an affirmative vote of two-thirds of the League members present at the time of the vote.
+### Amending the Bylaws
+Bylaws may be amended, removed, or added by an affirmative vote of two-thirds of the League members present at the time of the vote.
 
 ## Membership
 
-### Standards
-The following standards shall apply for consideration for membership by franchises in the League.
-
-1. Quality of leadership within the franchise.
-1. Good record of past performance in the following:
-   1. Forfeits and punctuality at League games.
-   1. Attitude and conduct of players and management.
-   1. Financial responsibility.
-   1. Ability of its players.
-
-### New franchises
-The League Commissioner shall present, upon acceptable review of its qualifications, a new franchise to the members at large for consideration. New franchises are allowed to present a positive case for inclusion.
-
-1. Acceptance shall be affirmed with a simple majority vote of members in attendance.
-
 ### Annual Membership Dues
 All League members shall pay annual membership dues, as determined by League [budget](#budget). All League members must have all membership dues paid by a schedule set by the Commissioner and approved by the Board.
 
@@ -66,7 +118,7 @@ All League members shall pay annual membership dues, as determined by League [bu
 League fees may consist of, but are not limited to the following: Forfeit fee; Performance bond; Field fees; Prize Money Fund; Tournament fees; and any other costs incurred by the League.
 
 ### Fines
-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 By-Laws or conduct unbecoming of a representative of the League. Fines may not exceed fifty dollars ($50.00) for a single incident Fines must be paid in full by a date specified by the Commissioner. Member franchises or Member franchises consisting of rostered players with outstanding fines will be considered not in good standing as defined in [classification](#classification).
+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. Fines may not exceed fifty dollars ($50.00) for a single incident Fines must be paid in full by a date specified by the Commissioner. Member franchises or Member franchises consisting of rostered players with outstanding fines will be considered not in good standing as defined in [classification](#classification).
 
 ### Leave of Absence
 Members in good standing may be granted a leave of absence and are entitled to all privileges as outlined in [Classification](#classification)  of the Constitution.
@@ -93,7 +145,7 @@ An indefinitely suspended franchise may be reinstated by the Commissioner upon t
 The Commissioner may request additional fees to cover any costs that exceed the amounts originally budgeted for by the League.
 
 ### Fees to the Commissioner
-In the event the Commissioner is a franchise holder, the Rules and Competition Committee may levy any and all appropriate fines for infractions of this Constitution and By-Laws by his franchise.
+In the event the Commissioner is a franchise holder, the Rules and Competition Committee may levy any and all appropriate fines for infractions of this Constitution and Bylaws by his franchise.
 
 ### Outside Leagues
 Teams may not play in leagues outside of the League, unless that league has a formal agreement with the League that its playing schedule does not conflict with regularly scheduled League games or playoffs.
@@ -113,23 +165,15 @@ The Commissioner shall chair the meeting. If the Commissioner is also a franchis
 A 2/3 vote is necessary to:
 
    1. Amend the Constitution, per [Amending the Constitution](#amending-the-constitution)
-   1. Amend the Bylaws, per [Amending The By Laws](#amending-the-by-laws)
+   1. Amend the Bylaws, per [Amending The By Laws](#amending-the-Bylaws)
    1. Remove an Officer.
-   1. Expel a team or player for violations of rules set forth in the Constitution or By-laws.
+   1. Expel a team or player for violations of rules set forth in the Constitution or Bylaws.
 
 Any decision not listed above shall be decided by simple majority vote.
 
 ### Attendance
 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 ten dollar ($10.00) fine. Those members present at any meeting shall constitute a quorum and all votes by this quorum are binding.
 
-## Teams and Managers
-
-### Recognition
-Teams shall be formally recognized as existing as an entity from April 1 through August 31 of the current season. These dates shall serve as time periods as they pertain to all rules regarding rosters and team management.
-
-### Team Name
-Teams new to the League, regardless of the makeup of the roster, shall not be allowed to use the name of any existing League team. Teams from other recognized leagues or leagues entering the League shall be allowed to use any team name provided it was the recognized existing name of the team prior to its membership in the League. Changes in team names shall not affect a team’s status in the League in any way provided the original recognized Manager is the entrant of the team.
-
 ### Uniform
 All players must be in uniform (bearing the team’s name as represented to the league) by the team’s first regular season game in order to be eligible to participate in games. Players may not obtain the jersey of another team member in order to obtain eligibility.
 
@@ -138,20 +182,6 @@ All players must be in uniform (bearing the team’s name as represented to the
 1. Uniforms shall consist of, but are not limited to, matching team caps and jerseys with assigned team uniform numbers. 
 1. Players must be dressed in proper baseball pants. These pants need not match the team’s uniform, however, the League encourages all players to wear matching pants. Sweatpants, shorts, jeans, or any other type of pants other than baseball pants are prohibited.
 
-### Manager
-The Manager is that person who has been officially recognized as the entrant of a team into the League. The Manager has the ultimate responsibility for the team’s compliance with all by-laws as set forth in this Constitution. The Manager of a franchise is responsible for all actions of his players and coaches and may be fined up to fifty dollars ($50.00) for any violations of codes of conduct and league rules as set forth in this document, or any other actions deemed detrimental to the objectives and standards of the League.
-
-1. Severe violations of league rules and codes of conduct may result in the suspension of the offending player or Manager for the balance of the season or possible permanent banishment from the league, if so ruled by the Commissioner.
-
-### Manager Changes
-Management of the team may officially change from one person to another during the dates that team is formally recognized as an entity as specified in [Recognition](#recognition) only with the written consent of the outgoing Manager, or rostered members of the team can show that the Manager has not been faithfully and/or competently fulfilling his requirements as outlined in this Constitution.
-
-1. Management changes under this Section may only take place pending the outcome of a hearing, which shall take place at the earliest possible date between the League Commissioner, the Manager in question, and the parties seeking a change in management.
-1. The Commissioner may ask other Managers to attend this hearing to serve in an advisory role.
-1. Failure to appear at this hearing by either party involved shall automatically result in an outcome favorable to the party in attendance.
-1. Teams with management conflicts of this nature may not play league games until the completion of this hearing and resolution of the conflict.
-Management changes outside of the dates that a team is formally recognized as an entity as specified in [Recognition](#recognition) are beyond the control of the League and Commissioner and are not subject to any formal mechanisms of change as outlined in this Constitution. Resolution of any outstanding conflicts associated with such management changes are the sole responsibility of the parties involved.
-
 ## Team Rosters; Players and Eligibility
 
 ### Roster Deadline; Roster Size
@@ -190,7 +220,7 @@ A player must inform the League Commissioner and his Manager no later than Febru
 All protests must be filed with the Commissioner within 48 hours of the alleged infraction and on the League supplied form. All requested information must be accurately reported. Any Manager who knowingly falsifies information on the protest form will be fined and suspended as determined by the Commissioner, and that Manager’s team will forfeit the game.
 
 ### Ground for Protest
-Protests may only be made on the grounds of a violation of a rule stated in this Constitution and its By-Laws or in violation of a stated Major League Baseball rule. 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. Managers shall notify the league Commissioner at the earliest possible time after the game and provide umpire signature as proof of notification.
+Protests may only be made on the grounds of a violation of a rule stated in this Constitution and its Bylaws or in violation of a stated Major League Baseball rule. 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. Managers shall notify the league Commissioner at the earliest possible time after the game and provide umpire signature as proof of notification.
 
 ### Ruling
 Upon the filing of a protest with the Commissioner, the Commissioner shall call a meeting of the Rules and Competition Committee at the earliest possible date. Judgment regarding the merit of the protest shall be made after deliberation.

docs/index.md

@@ -1,3 +1 @@
 # CMBA Constitution and By-Laws
-
-2024-06-06