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When must a DP be noted? - ANSWERSOn the starting lineup card How many players can a team start the game with if they are using the DP? - ANSWERS10 Can the DP and Flex player be on offense at the same time? - ANSWERSNo What is the penalty for illegal re-entry of the DP or Flex - ANSWERSRestriction to the bench /dugout for player involved and coach When can a substitute enter the game for either the DP or Flex position? - ANSWERSOn defense, as a pinch hitter or pinch runner Pitch touches batter or batter's clothing - ANSWERSDead ball immediately - batter awarded 1st base The batter hits the ball fair or foul while either foot is touching the ground completely outside the lines of the batter box or while touching the plate - ANSWERSDead ball immediately - Batter is out and runners return Ball is hit twice in fair or foul territory - ANSWERSDead ball immediately - Batter is out and runners return Spectator interference - ANSWERSDead ball immediately - Umpires judgement in awarding bases or imposing penalty to nullify interference Interference by retired runner - ANSWERSDead ball immediately - Runner closest to home is out (if interference prevented a double play anywhere. Other runners return Interference by runner - ANSWERSDead ball immediately - Interferer is out and runners return to base occupied at time of the infraction Fair ball touches runner before it touches a fielder or after it passes any fielder other than the pitcher and another field has a play - ANSWERSDead ball immediately - Hit runner is out. Batter is awarded 1st base Other runners return to base occupied at time of interference. Base runner leaves base before pitcher release pitch - ANSWERSDead ball