MTR wrote:7.3.D does not apply. OP clearly states the batter swinging at a pitch and that is an exception to the rule.
Agree, and I should have noted it.
MTR wrote:The umpire does not need to chase down the batter to direct them to enter the BB. So, if the batter is in the dugout, how does she know the umpire didn't direct her to the BB at the plate?
And he shouldn't chase down the batter. "Coach, your batter isn't finished here." Then count to 10, in octal , or binary , then ring her up. If the umpire says nothing, I should protest in a crucial game situation. Since bad luck is the only luck I have, she'll strike out anyway.