Common use of Playing Rules Clause in Contracts

Playing Rules. All players must play six defensive outs or two complete innings and bat at least one time in each game. Players who do not get their playing time must start the next game and play their previous requirement not met from last game and playing requirement from current game prior to being removed. All official scorebooks will be subject to review by both leagues. Penalty: Any manager who does not start a player who is owed playing time from the previous game is subject to removal from the game and the player(s) will be inserted into the lineup. Each manager will carry a current pitching affidavit (Exhibit A) to each game, and will have the affidavit signed by the other manager after each game. The pitching affidavit should be turned in 30 minutes prior to the start of the game. A grace period will be allowed, the pitching affidavit must be turned in within 15 minutes after the game time. All leagues will conform to the Official Regulations regarding pitcher eligibility. Violations can result in a protest of the game.