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Monday, June 22, 2009

Bats.

New rules:

1. If any part of a bat goes into the stands, the batter is out.

2. If a bat breaks in half or splinters, the batter is out.

Posted by Kenneth Matinale at Monday, June 22, 2009

Labels: Rules, Safety

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