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	==Commissioner Relief==		==Commissioner Relief==
	The Commissioner(s) may provide relief to teams in situations where a roster mistake or misunderstanding of the Rules: 1) has no impact on the outcome of any LDB ~~matchups~~, 2) severely hinders a team's ability to compete in either the short or long-term, and 3) is brought to the Commissioner(s)'s attention promptly.		The Commissioner(s) may provide relief to teams in situations where a roster mistake or misunderstanding of the Rules: 1) has no impact on the outcome of any LDB matchup, 2) severely hinders a team's ability to compete in either the short or long-term, and 3) is brought to the Commissioner(s)'s attention promptly.

	== Rule Disputes ==		== Rule Disputes ==
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	=== Data Loss, Unavailability, and Inaccuracy ===		=== Data Loss, Unavailability, and Inaccuracy ===
	Given the complexity of LDB and the fact that CBS cannot completely accommodate all of the nuances of the game, owners should expect some reasonable low level of data loss, unavailability, and inaccuracy. When such a case arises, the Commissioner(s) will fashion a fix that ~~he feels~~ best furthers the intent of these Rules and the spirit of the league.		Given the complexity of LDB and the fact that CBS cannot completely accommodate all of the nuances of the game, owners should expect some reasonable low level of data loss, unavailability, and inaccuracy. When such a case arises, the Commissioner(s) will fashion a fix that they feel best furthers the intent of these Rules and the spirit of the league.

	In the case of stats accumulated during the resumed portion of a suspended game resumed in a week following the week in which the suspended game took place, per CBS policy, the game stats will only be applied retroactively to the original date if the suspended game is resumed within seven days. All stats accumulated during the resumed portion of suspended games completed after seven days will not count towards any fantasy statistics for the season. If CBS modifies its rules around suspended games, the Commissioner(s) ~~has~~ discretion to score games according to new CBS policy.		In the case of stats accumulated during the resumed portion of a suspended game resumed in a week following the week in which the suspended game took place, per CBS policy, the game stats will only be applied retroactively to the original date if the suspended game is resumed within seven days. All stats accumulated during the resumed portion of suspended games completed after seven days will not count towards any fantasy statistics for the season. If CBS modifies its rules around suspended games, the Commissioner(s) have discretion to score games according to new CBS policy.

	=== ~~Incapacitated~~ GMs ===		=== Unavailable GMs ===
	Should a GM become incapacitated, unable, or unwilling to manage ~~his or her~~ team, the team will be taken under receivership by the league. During receivership, the league shall collectively manage the team so as to maintain competitive balance within the league. The Commissioner(s) will announce the means by which such a team will be collectively managed.		Should a GM become incapacitated, unable, or unwilling to manage their team, the team will be taken under receivership by the league. During receivership, the league shall collectively manage the team so as to maintain competitive balance within the league. The Commissioner(s) will announce the means by which such a team will be collectively managed.

	In the case of an incapacitated GM or GM unable to manage ~~his or her~~ team, if that GM has <i>any</i> chance of regaining the ability to manage within six months or by the next first of March, whichever is longer, the team shall remain in receivership for that period of time. However, if a GM is definitely unable to return, the Commissioner(s) may turn over the team to a new GM as ~~he sees~~ fit.		In the case of an incapacitated GM or GM unable to manage their team, if that GM has <i>any</i> chance of regaining the ability to manage within six months or by the next first of March, whichever is longer, the team shall remain in receivership for that period of time. However, if a GM is definitely unable to return, the Commissioner(s) may turn over the team to a new GM as they see fit.

	In the case of a GM unwilling to manage his or her team, the team remains in receivership for as long as the Commissioner(s) ~~sees~~ fit, until it is turned over to a new GM.<ref>Matt McQueeney was unavailable for comment.</ref>		In the case of a GM unwilling to manage his or her team, the team remains in receivership for as long as the Commissioner(s) see fit until it is turned over to a new GM.<ref>Matt McQueeney was unavailable for comment.</ref>

	=== MLB Work Stoppage ===		=== MLB Work Stoppage ===
	In the event of a season that starts late or misses some mid-season weeks, the Commissioner(s) ~~has~~ discretion to rework the schedule as necessary to facilitate the continuation of the LDB season.		In the event of a season that starts late or misses some mid-season weeks, the Commissioner(s) have discretion to rework the schedule as necessary to facilitate the continuation of the LDB season. The Commissioners will use the [[Special Rules for Shortened Seasons\|Special Rules for Shortened Seasons]] as a guide for that purpose.

	In the event that games are ~~cancelled~~ through the end of the season or where there are insufficient weeks remaining to conduct a full playoff bracket, non-expense portions of LDB dues will be refunded to GMs. If MLB plays games through the All-Star Game break, a league champion will still be decided on the basis of best overall record, but that champion's accomplishment will be marked with an asterisk, otherwise there will be no LDB champion for the year. A team denied a championship due to a shortened season will be known as "Seliged."		In the event that games are canceled through the end of the season or where there are insufficient weeks remaining to conduct a full playoff bracket, non-expense portions of LDB dues will be refunded to GMs. If MLB plays games through the All-Star Game break, a league champion will still be decided on the basis of best overall record, but that champion's accomplishment will be marked with an asterisk, otherwise there will be no LDB champion for the year. A team denied a championship due to a shortened season will be known as "Seliged."

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	=== Offseason Rule Changes ===		=== Offseason Rule Changes ===
	Offseason rule changes are proposed, debated, and voted on as a package in one streamlined rulemaking process during the offseason. The manner in which such process takes place is prescribed by the Commissioner. Offseason rule changes may be proposed to the league by any GM and are adopted by a majority of teams voting for or against such changes. At the conclusion of the official rulemaking process, the Commissioner may also announce subsequent rulemaking processes, as necessary, in the offseason.		Offseason rule changes are proposed, debated, and voted on as a package in one streamlined rulemaking process during the offseason. The manner in which such process takes place is prescribed by the Commissioner(s). Offseason rule changes may be proposed to the league by any GM and are adopted by a majority of teams voting for or against such changes. At the conclusion of the official rulemaking process, the Commissioner(s) may also announce subsequent rulemaking processes, as necessary, in the offseason.

	The offseason, for purposes of rule changes, ends at the keeper deadline.		The offseason, for purposes of rule changes, ends at the keeper deadline.
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	==Commissioner Relief==		==Commissioner Relief==
	The Commissioner may provide relief to teams in situations where a roster mistake or misunderstanding of the Rules: 1) has no impact on the outcome of any LDB matchups, 2) severely hinders a team's ability to compete in either the short or long-term, and 3) is brought to the Commissioner's attention promptly.		The Commissioner(s) may provide relief to teams in situations where a roster mistake or misunderstanding of the Rules: 1) has no impact on the outcome of any LDB matchups, 2) severely hinders a team's ability to compete in either the short or long-term, and 3) is brought to the Commissioner(s)'s attention promptly.

	== Rule Disputes ==		== Rule Disputes ==

	In the event of a dispute over one of these Rules, the Commissioner will resolve it or, if he chooses, nominate one or more GMs to resolve the issue.		In the event of a dispute over one of these Rules, the Commissioner(s) will resolve it or, if he chooses, nominate one or more GMs to resolve the issue.

	== Contingencies ==		== Contingencies ==

	=== Data Loss, Unavailability, and Inaccuracy ===		=== Data Loss, Unavailability, and Inaccuracy ===
	Given the complexity of LDB and the fact that CBS cannot completely accommodate all of the nuances of the game, owners should expect some reasonable low level of data loss, unavailability, and inaccuracy. When such a case arises, the Commissioner will fashion a fix that he feels best furthers the intent of these Rules and the spirit of the league.		Given the complexity of LDB and the fact that CBS cannot completely accommodate all of the nuances of the game, owners should expect some reasonable low level of data loss, unavailability, and inaccuracy. When such a case arises, the Commissioner(s) will fashion a fix that he feels best furthers the intent of these Rules and the spirit of the league.

	In the case of stats accumulated during the resumed portion of a suspended game resumed in a week following the week in which the suspended game took place, per CBS policy, the game stats will only be applied retroactively to the original date if the suspended game is resumed within seven days. All stats accumulated during the resumed portion of suspended games completed after seven days will not count towards any fantasy statistics for the season. If CBS modifies its rules around suspended games, the Commissioner has discretion to score games according to new CBS policy.		In the case of stats accumulated during the resumed portion of a suspended game resumed in a week following the week in which the suspended game took place, per CBS policy, the game stats will only be applied retroactively to the original date if the suspended game is resumed within seven days. All stats accumulated during the resumed portion of suspended games completed after seven days will not count towards any fantasy statistics for the season. If CBS modifies its rules around suspended games, the Commissioner(s) has discretion to score games according to new CBS policy.

	=== Incapacitated GMs ===		=== Incapacitated GMs ===
	Should a GM become incapacitated, unable, or unwilling to manage his or her team, the team will be taken under receivership by the league. During receivership, the league shall collectively manage the team so as to maintain competitive balance within the league. The Commissioner will announce the means by which such a team will be collectively managed.		Should a GM become incapacitated, unable, or unwilling to manage his or her team, the team will be taken under receivership by the league. During receivership, the league shall collectively manage the team so as to maintain competitive balance within the league. The Commissioner(s) will announce the means by which such a team will be collectively managed.

	In the case of an incapacitated GM or GM unable to manage his or her team, if that GM has <i>any</i> chance of regaining the ability to manage within six months or by the next first of March, whichever is longer, the team shall remain in receivership for that period of time. However, if a GM is definitely unable to return, the Commissioner may turn over the team to a new GM as he sees fit.		In the case of an incapacitated GM or GM unable to manage his or her team, if that GM has <i>any</i> chance of regaining the ability to manage within six months or by the next first of March, whichever is longer, the team shall remain in receivership for that period of time. However, if a GM is definitely unable to return, the Commissioner(s) may turn over the team to a new GM as he sees fit.

	In the case of a GM unwilling to manage his or her team, the team remains in receivership for as long as the Commissioner sees fit, until it is turned over to a new GM.<ref>Matt McQueeney was unavailable for comment.</ref>		In the case of a GM unwilling to manage his or her team, the team remains in receivership for as long as the Commissioner(s) sees fit, until it is turned over to a new GM.<ref>Matt McQueeney was unavailable for comment.</ref>

	=== MLB Work Stoppage ===		=== MLB Work Stoppage ===
	In the event of a season that starts late or misses some mid-season weeks, the Commissioner has discretion to rework the schedule as necessary to facilitate the continuation of the LDB season.		In the event of a season that starts late or misses some mid-season weeks, the Commissioner(s) has discretion to rework the schedule as necessary to facilitate the continuation of the LDB season.

	In the event that games are cancelled through the end of the season or where there are insufficient weeks remaining to conduct a full playoff bracket, non-expense portions of LDB dues will be refunded to GMs. If MLB plays games through the All-Star Game break, a league champion will still be decided on the basis of best overall record, but that champion's accomplishment will be marked with an asterisk, otherwise there will be no LDB champion for the year. A team denied a championship due to a shortened season will be known as "Seliged."		In the event that games are cancelled through the end of the season or where there are insufficient weeks remaining to conduct a full playoff bracket, non-expense portions of LDB dues will be refunded to GMs. If MLB plays games through the All-Star Game break, a league champion will still be decided on the basis of best overall record, but that champion's accomplishment will be marked with an asterisk, otherwise there will be no LDB champion for the year. A team denied a championship due to a shortened season will be known as "Seliged."

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In-season Rule Changes

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	=== In-season Rule Changes ===		=== In-season Rule Changes ===
	In-season rule changes are strongly disfavored, but may be instituted so long as no team objects. However, this requirement does not apply in the cases [[#Rule Disputes\|rule disputes]].		In-season rule changes are strongly disfavored, but may be instituted so long as no team objects. However, this requirement does not apply in the cases of [[#Rule Disputes\|rule disputes]].

	==Commissioner Relief==		==Commissioner Relief==

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Contingencies

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	Given the complexity of LDB and the fact that CBS cannot completely accommodate all of the nuances of the game, owners should expect some reasonable low level of data loss, unavailability, and inaccuracy. When such a case arises, the Commissioner will fashion a fix that he feels best furthers the intent of these Rules and the spirit of the league.		Given the complexity of LDB and the fact that CBS cannot completely accommodate all of the nuances of the game, owners should expect some reasonable low level of data loss, unavailability, and inaccuracy. When such a case arises, the Commissioner will fashion a fix that he feels best furthers the intent of these Rules and the spirit of the league.

	In the case of stats accumulated during the resumed portion of a suspended game resumed in a week following the week in which the suspended game took place, per CBS policy, the game stats will only be applied retroactively to the original date if the suspended game is resumed within seven days. All stats accumulated during the resumed portion of suspended games completed after seven days will not count towards any fantasy statistics for the season.		In the case of stats accumulated during the resumed portion of a suspended game resumed in a week following the week in which the suspended game took place, per CBS policy, the game stats will only be applied retroactively to the original date if the suspended game is resumed within seven days. All stats accumulated during the resumed portion of suspended games completed after seven days will not count towards any fantasy statistics for the season. If CBS modifies its rules around suspended games, the Commissioner has discretion to score games according to new CBS policy.

	=== Incapacitated GMs ===		=== Incapacitated GMs ===

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	In the case of stats accumulated during the resumed portion of a suspended game resumed in a week following the week in which the suspended game took place, per CBS policy, the game stats will only be applied retroactively to the original date if the suspended game is resumed within seven days. All stats accumulated during the resumed portion of suspended games completed after seven days will not count towards any fantasy statistics for the season.		In the case of stats accumulated during the resumed portion of a suspended game resumed in a week following the week in which the suspended game took place, per CBS policy, the game stats will only be applied retroactively to the original date if the suspended game is resumed within seven days. All stats accumulated during the resumed portion of suspended games completed after seven days will not count towards any fantasy statistics for the season.

	The Commissioner may allow the Rules Board to decide how to address such a situation. See [[Legacy_Rules_and_Rules_Board_Reporter#In_re_Robinson_Cano.27s_Contract_Status.2C_2012_LDB_1_.28Feb._16.2C_2012.29\|<i>In re Robinson Cano's Contract Status</i>, 2012 LDB 1 (Feb. 16, 2012)]].

	=== Incapacitated GMs ===		=== Incapacitated GMs ===

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Rule Changes

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	=== In-season Rule Changes ===		=== In-season Rule Changes ===
	In-season rule changes are strongly disfavored, but may be instituted so long as no team objects. However, this requirement does not apply in the cases [[#Rule Disputes\|rule disputes]].		In-season rule changes are strongly disfavored, but may be instituted so long as no team objects. However, this requirement does not apply in the cases [[#Rule Disputes\|rule disputes]].

	~~=== Decisions Crafted by the Rules Board ===~~
	~~Decisions crafted by the Rules Board due to ambiguity are automatically incorporated into the Rules, whether they occur during the season or in the offseason.~~

	==Commissioner Relief==		==Commissioner Relief==

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In-season Rule Changes

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	=== In-season Rule Changes ===		=== In-season Rule Changes ===
	In-season rule changes are strongly disfavored, but may be instituted so long as no team objects. However, this requirement does not apply in the ~~case of ambiguity, where the~~ [[#~~Rules Board~~\|~~Rules Board will craft a~~ rule]].		In-season rule changes are strongly disfavored, but may be instituted so long as no team objects. However, this requirement does not apply in the cases [[#Rule Disputes\|rule disputes]].

	=== Decisions Crafted by the Rules Board ===		=== Decisions Crafted by the Rules Board ===

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Data Loss, Unavailability, and Inaccuracy

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	=== Data Loss, Unavailability, and Inaccuracy ===		=== Data Loss, Unavailability, and Inaccuracy ===
	Given the complexity of LDB and the fact that CBS cannot completely accommodate all of the nuances of the game, owners should expect some reasonable low level of data loss, unavailability, and inaccuracy. When such a case arises, the Commissioner will fashion a fix that he feels best furthers the intent of these Rules and the spirit of the league. The Commissioner may allow the Rules Board to decide how to address such a situation. See [[Legacy_Rules_and_Rules_Board_Reporter#In_re_Robinson_Cano.27s_Contract_Status.2C_2012_LDB_1_.28Feb._16.2C_2012.29\|<i>In re Robinson Cano's Contract Status</i>, 2012 LDB 1 (Feb. 16, 2012)]].		Given the complexity of LDB and the fact that CBS cannot completely accommodate all of the nuances of the game, owners should expect some reasonable low level of data loss, unavailability, and inaccuracy. When such a case arises, the Commissioner will fashion a fix that he feels best furthers the intent of these Rules and the spirit of the league.

			In the case of stats accumulated during the resumed portion of a suspended game resumed in a week following the week in which the suspended game took place, per CBS policy, the game stats will only be applied retroactively to the original date if the suspended game is resumed within seven days. All stats accumulated during the resumed portion of suspended games completed after seven days will not count towards any fantasy statistics for the season.

			The Commissioner may allow the Rules Board to decide how to address such a situation. See [[Legacy_Rules_and_Rules_Board_Reporter#In_re_Robinson_Cano.27s_Contract_Status.2C_2012_LDB_1_.28Feb._16.2C_2012.29\|<i>In re Robinson Cano's Contract Status</i>, 2012 LDB 1 (Feb. 16, 2012)]].

	=== Incapacitated GMs ===		=== Incapacitated GMs ===

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Rules Board

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	The Commissioner may provide relief to teams in situations where a roster mistake or misunderstanding of the Rules: 1) has no impact on the outcome of any LDB matchups, 2) severely hinders a team's ability to compete in either the short or long-term, and 3) is brought to the Commissioner's attention promptly.		The Commissioner may provide relief to teams in situations where a roster mistake or misunderstanding of the Rules: 1) has no impact on the outcome of any LDB matchups, 2) severely hinders a team's ability to compete in either the short or long-term, and 3) is brought to the Commissioner's attention promptly.

	== ~~Rules Board~~ ==		== Rule Disputes ==
	Before the beginning of the season, the Commissioner will appoint three GMs and two alternates to the Rules Board, which is charged with resolving disputes between teams and ambiguities in the LDB Rules. Co-GMs may not both serve on the Board. Board members that are interested parties in a dispute over the rules must recuse themselves from deciding such disputes. Board members with the appearance of being interested parties may recuse themselves at their discretion.

	~~When drafting a decision, the Rules Board should consider~~ the ~~goal of these Rules: to mirror the decisions faced by Major League Baseball teams while recognizing the needs~~ of a ~~fantasy baseball league. Where emails exchanged among the league demonstrate a consensus as to purpose behind a specific Rule or set~~ of Rules, ~~that should be considered in interpreting~~ the ~~Rules. If the explicit text of a Rule can only be read in one way,~~ it ~~should be read accordingly; any mid-season change to an unambiguous Rule should come by league vote. If the Rules are ambiguous~~ or ~~do not address an issue~~, ~~the Board should craft a rule designed to best fulfill the goals and intent of the league~~, ~~but should be mindful of the need to avoid harming~~ or benefiting any individual team or subset of teams that has relied on a valid interpretation of the text of the Rules or would otherwise be affected in a way distinct from the rest of the league. Above all, the Board should be guided by common sense and its understanding of what makes LDB the most functional and the most fun, rather than legalistic or formalistic nuances.		In the event of a dispute over one of these Rules, the Commissioner will resolve it or, if he chooses, nominate one or more GMs to resolve the issue.

	~~=== Actual Disputes ===~~
	~~When such a dispute arises, a team requesting a ruling should present the question~~ to the ~~League, and the Rules Board will craft a resolution within a reasonable time.~~

	~~=== Preemptive Rule Interpretations ===~~
	An owner who faces a gray area in the Rules may request an interpretation of that rule in advance. When requesting a rule interpretation may give away a tactic that relies on surprise, requests may be made in secret, but the resulting ruling will be announced within a week of the decision. When relevant, pre-emptive interpretations will be usable as precedent.

	== Contingencies ==		== Contingencies ==

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Offseason Rule Changes

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	=== Offseason Rule Changes ===		=== Offseason Rule Changes ===
	Offseason rule changes are proposed, debated, and voted on as a package in one streamlined rulemaking process during the offseason. The manner in which such process takes place is prescribed by the Commissioner. Offseason rule changes may be proposed to the league by any GM and are adopted by a majority of teams voting for or against such changes. At the conclusion of the official rulemaking process, the Commissioner may also announce subsequent rulemaking processes, as necessary, in the offseason.		Offseason rule changes are proposed, debated, and voted on as a package in one streamlined rulemaking process during the offseason. The manner in which such process takes place is prescribed by the Commissioner. Offseason rule changes may be proposed to the league by any GM and are adopted by a majority of teams voting for or against such changes. At the conclusion of the official rulemaking process, the Commissioner may also announce subsequent rulemaking processes, as necessary, in the offseason.

			The offseason, for purposes of rule changes, ends at the keeper deadline.

	=== In-season Rule Changes ===		=== In-season Rule Changes ===