The previous pitcher was ejected for arguing with the plate umpire regarding what he thought was a strike. The umpire-in-chief may authorize more than eight throws for the new pitcher.

The previous pitcher was ejected for arguing with the plate umpire regarding what he thought was a strike. The umpire-in-chief may authorize more than eight throws for the new pitcher.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. The umpire may only authorize exactly eight throws.
• D. The opposing team may veto the extra throws.

Answer: (A)

When a new pitcher comes in, eight warm‑up pitches are normally allowed. But in special situations that disrupt the normal flow of the game—such as the previous pitcher being ejected—the umpire-in-chief may grant additional warm‑up throws so the incoming pitcher isn’t unfairly short on preparation. This discretionary extension is to ensure the replacement has a proper chance to warm up before pitching to batters. The authority to grant extra pitches rests with the umpire, not the other team.

When a new pitcher comes in, eight warm‑up pitches are normally allowed. But in special situations that disrupt the normal flow of the game—such as the previous pitcher being ejected—the umpire-in-chief may grant additional warm‑up throws so the incoming pitcher isn’t unfairly short on preparation. This discretionary extension is to ensure the replacement has a proper chance to warm up before pitching to batters. The authority to grant extra pitches rests with the umpire, not the other team.