Welcome to the 2007 Windy City Blowout. This packet of information
will help communicate the following: 1) Phone numbers, 2) The rules for
the tournament, 3) Driving directions to the all the fields and 4)
Schedules for all divisions. We hope everyone has fun during the
tournament. The Windy City Blowout results will be posted on the
Chicago North Web Page www.cnmsbl.com. On scorebook.com.
Phone Numbers:
Weather, Schedule, ResultsHot-line:
Tournament Director: Max Reising :
Radisson Hotel Chicago O’Hare:
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847-604-2444
773-793-8713
847-296-8866
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2007 Windy City
Tournament
Playing Rules
1.
RUNNERS
Managers must notify the opposing manager of any courtesy runners prior to the start of the
game. Each team will be limited to the following courtesy runners: 28’s=3, 38’s=3, 48’s=3. If
the courtesy runners are not announced prior to the start of the game the remaining courtesy
runners may be used during the game. A courtesy runner will be the player who made the last
out by either batting, forced out or tagged out.
Pitchers and catchers can be removed after 2 outs. These runners do not count towards the
courtesy runner rule limit, but the last out rule remains in effect.
Also, pitchers and catchers are not to be counted as the last out in this situation. You simply
move back down the batting order to find the next out player who will be the runner in this
situation.
2.
MINIMUM PLAYERS
A game can start with eight (8) players, but cannot be played with less. No team will borrow
players and no team can use non-rostered players to compete in a game. If a team does not
have 8 players at game time that team will be given an additional 10 minutes to get their 8 th
player. If a team does not have their 8 players after the additional 10 minutes from the original
scheduled starting time, the game will be ruled a forfeit. However is a team is late in arriving
from a previous game at another location that team will be granted the necessary additional time
to arrive and no forfeit will be granted.
3.
MINIMUM BATTERS
Each team must bat a minimum of 10 players providing there are enough players to do so.
Managers may designate A & B hitters in the lineup. A & B hitters will alternate their at-bats.
This can be done with the number 1 position on down. Players may be added to the bottom of
the lineup at any time. If a player is pinch hit for he may not re-enter the game on offense.
Batters cannot be skipped over in the lineup.
4.
TIMING
After the starting pitcher has concluded his warm up throws the umpire will call “play ball” and
announce the starting time of the game. The umpire will show both managers his game clock if
requested. Managers should write down the starting time in their scorebook and verify the time
on their watch.
No inning shall start after 2 hours and thirty minutes. The last out of an inning indicates the end
of that inning and the start of the next inning, not the first pitch or the umpire’s “play ball” signal.
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If a game is tied after 7 innings and the time limit has not expired, up to 2 more innings can be
played to break a tie. If the game ends in a tie after 9 innings, then the game will be reflected in
the standings as tie. However the commissioner of the tournament reserves the right to continue
any game to resolve a tie. Night games at Northbrook or Rec Park are exempt from the extra
inning allowance as the lights are on timers there.
5.
COMPLETED GAMES
All games are 7 innings except for the championship game. The championship game for each
division will be 9 innings. A completed 7 or 9 inning game is after 4 ½ innings if the home team is
ahead or after 5 innings if the visiting team is ahead for rain, lightning or poor playing conditions.
The umpires will call the Director to decide on whether to delay or call the game. Umpires and
managers are urged to keep the game moving.
6.
TIE-BREAKERS FOR STANDINGS
In determining qualifying for the playoffs the following will be the tiebreakers: 1) Run differential
between runs scored and run allowed. 2) Record against common opponents. 3) The
commissioner reserves the right to determine the last tiebreakers.
7.
MERCY RULE
No mercy rule for all divisions.
8.
PLAYER LEAVES THE GAME
If a player is forced to leave the game due to injury /ejection or some other reason, a substitute
not previously entered offensively must hit in that player’s spot. If no reserve is available, that
spot in the lineup is skipped and all batters move up with no penalty.
9.
DEFENSIVE SUBSTITUTION
We play open substitution on defense. Defensive changes do not have to be announced.
10.
PITCHING RULES
A pitcher must be removed if he hits 3 batters in a game. If a pitcher is removed from a game in
the middle of an inning, that pitcher cannot return to the mound until the next inning. A pitcher
may only re-enter as a pitcher one time during the same game. A pitcher cannot wear batters
gloves on either hands or wristbands. Sleeves cannot be white, gray or a light color so as to
impede the vision of the batter. A relief pitcher will get a maximum of 8 warm-up pitches and
then must be ready to throw.
11.
DECOYS
No decoys are allowed by appearing to tag a runner or causing a runner to slide. Pop-ups are
the only exception. This rule is meant to protect runners from injury. All runners will be
advanced one base and a warning will be issued to the offending team. A second infraction will
result in the ejection of the player.
12.
COLLISIONS
All players must avoid an intentional collision with a fielder. It is also illegal to block the entire
plate/base without the baseball. Good judgment plays an important role as well as good
sportsmanship. Remember that each of us has to work for a living. Penalty is ejection without
appeal.
13.
EJECTIONS
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The league is aware that it is the responsibility of the umpire to take control of a game.
However, the league also feels that safeguards are needed to protect the players, and to project
a good image for the league. Therefore, any violation of any of the following rules will result in
an automatic ejection of the player:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Intentional injury/collision/spiking
Physical contact of a provoking nature with a player/umpire
Continual profanity after a warning
Throwing of equipment in anger
The umpires, at their discretion, can eject players as they see fit during a game.
1st ejection = 1 game suspension
2nd ejection = Balance of the tournament.
14.
INTENTIONAL WALKS
Simply inform the umpire that the batter is to be intentionally walked. One intentional walk pergame is allowed.
15.
UNIFORMS
All teams must have full baseball uniforms with hats. It is the intent of this rule that each team
will be properly uniformed. In such cases where a player is unable to be in proper uniform, it is
up to the opposing manager to give approval for participation. All Star Team uniform formats are
acceptable.
16.
FINAL STANDINGS
Final standings will be computed on a point system. Two points will be granted for a win. One
point will be granted for a tie and no points will be granted for a lost.
17. Metal Bats
In accordance with MSBL National Rules, all bats over minus 3 are not allowed.
18.
REPORTING SCORES
Immediately after the end of the game, managers must call in the scores to the hotline along
with any highlights ; hitting stars, winning pitcher etc.. This call should be made to the hotline as
this is how we will update the standings. 847-604-2444 when you hear the recording hit # and
leave your message.
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Driving Directions
From: Raddisson
To: Oakton Community College in Des Plaines
1.
2.
From the Parking lot of the hotel head east on Touhy.
Turn LEFT onto US-45/MANNHEIM RD/US-12. Continue to follow US-45 N. For about
three 3.5 miles
3.
Turn right on Golf Road.
4.
The ball field will be on your left. Turn left at the next stoplight and then left into the
parking lot.
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From: Raddison
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To: Recreation Park in Arlington Heights
Start out going West on E TOUHY AVE toward S CHESTNUT ST. 2.9 miles
E TOUHY AVE becomes E HIGGINS RD/IL-72. 1.1 miles
Turn RIGHT onto BUSSE RD. 0.9 miles
Turn LEFT onto W ALGONQUIN RD/IL-62. 1.3 miles
Turn RIGHT onto S ARLINGTON HEIGHTS RD. 2.7 miles
Take Arlington Heights Road to Miner and turn right. Miner will be after the train tracks.
Turn right at the stoplight of Miner and Arlington Heights Road. Go about two to three
blocks and on your right are two buildings with an attached park district swimming pool.
Behind one of the buildings is the baseball field. Just past the buildings is a side street,
turn right to enter the parking lot of the baseball field.
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From: Radisson
To: Meadow Hill Park in Northbrook
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4.
Start out going West on E TOUHY AVE toward S CHESTNUT ST. 0.3 miles
Turn LEFT onto LEE ST. <0.1 miles
Turn LEFT onto W HIGGINS RD/IL-72. 0.2 miles
Merge onto NW TOLLWAY/I-90 E via the ramp- on the left- toward CHICAGO (Portions
toll). 1.7 miles
5.
Merge onto I-294 N toward MILWAUKEE (Portions toll). 7.8 miles
6.
Take the WILLOW RD exit. 0.5 miles Take this exit and when you get to the end of the
ramp at the stoplight turn right.
7.
Take Willow Road to Waukegan Road/IL43. Turn left and go about a mile and the park is
on your left.
8.
Turn left at the first street after the park and then turn left into the parking area near the
larger of the two fields in the park.
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From: Raddisson
To: John Geils Field , Redmond Sports Complex, Bensenville
1. Start out going east on E. Touhy Ave to corner, turn right and go south on Manheim
2. Go south past O’hare Airport to Franklin about 3 or 4 miles.
3. Turn right on Franklin (gas station and convenience store on left side of Manheim at
the light.
4. Turn right at the first corner (truck route) go to stop sign and turn left (heading west)
5. Go to the 2nd stop light (you’ll see a large brown sign for the Redmond Sports
Complex, turn left at the light.
6. Turn right onto Jefferson (first street, another large brown sign)
7. Turn left on to Johns St and into the complex, the stadium is to your right.
From: Radisson
To: Judson College
1.
Start out going West on E TOUHY AVE toward S CHESTNUT ST. 2.9 miles
2.
E TOUHY AVE becomes E HIGGINS RD/IL-72. 1.1 miles
3.
Turn RIGHT onto BUSSE RD. 0.9 miles
4.
Turn LEFT onto W ALGONQUIN RD/IL-62. 1.3 miles
5.
Turn LEFT onto S ARLINGTON HEIGHTS RD. <0.1 miles
6.
Merge onto NW TOLLWAY/I-90 W toward ROCKFORD (Portions toll). 16.2 miles
7.
Merge onto IL-31 South/N STATE ST. 0.7 miles
The college should be on your left. The address is 1151 North State Street
From: Radisson
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Start out going West on E TOUHY AVE toward S CHESTNUT ST. 0.3 miles
Turn LEFT onto LEE ST. <0.1 miles
Turn LEFT onto W HIGGINS RD/IL-72. 0.2 miles
Merge onto I-90 E via the ramp- on the left- toward CHICAGO (Portions toll). 19.3 miles
Merge onto I-94 E via the exit- on the left- toward 51ST ST. 12.0 miles
Take the 111TH ST exit- exit number 66A. 0.2 miles
Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto E 111TH ST. 0.8 miles
The address of the school is 250 East 111th street.
From: Radisson
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To: Gwendolyn Brooks High School
To: Rolling Meadows Sports Complex
Start out going West on E TOUHY AVE toward S CHESTNUT ST. 2.9 miles
E TOUHY AVE becomes E HIGGINS RD/IL-72. 1.1 miles
Turn RIGHT onto BUSSE RD. 0.9 miles
Turn LEFT onto W ALGONQUIN RD/IL-62. Continue to follow IL-62. 3.5 miles
Turn RIGHT onto BARKER AVE. 0.4 miles
Turn LEFT onto W CENTRAL RD. 0.2 miles
Turn RIGHT onto OWL DR. 0.2 miles
The address of the sports complex is 3900 Owl Drive.
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From: Radisson
To: Veterans Memorial Field in Westmount
1. Start out going East on E TOUHY AVE toward US-45/MANNHEIM RD/US-12. 0.9 miles
2. Turn RIGHT onto S RIVER RD. <0.1 miles
3. Merge onto I-294 S toward TRI-STATE SOUTH/INDIANA (Portions toll). 10.8 miles
4. Merge onto E WEST TOLLWAY/I-88 W toward AURORA (Portions toll). 3.0 miles
5. Merge onto IL-83 South/KINGERY HWY. 4.2 miles
6. Take the 55TH STREET ramp. 0.2 miles
7. Take the 55TH STREET WEST ramp. Turn LEFT onto 55TH ST/CR-35. 1.3 miles
8. Take 55th street to Case Avenue and turn right.
9. Take Case Avenue to Richmond and turn right.
10. The park will be on your right. It is just after the Holy Trinity Church, which also on your right.
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2007 Windy City Blowout Schedule
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Bensenville
Oakton CC
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Bensenville
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Rec Park AH
Oakton CC
Oakton CC
Bensenville
Rec Park AH
Oakton CC
Bensenville
Bensenville
Oakton CC
Oakton CC
Bensenville
Bensenville
Oakton CC
Bensenville
Oakton CC
Northbrook
Bensenville
Oakton CC
Oakton CC
Bensenville
Oakton CC
Bensenville
NIMSBL Intimidators @ Chicago N. Cubs 45s
Chicago N. Fire @ Chicago N. Lookouts
Chicago Central Sub. White Soxs @ Chicago N. TSP’s 25s
Chicago North Express 35s @ Chicago N. Cubs 35s
Chicago N. Cubs 35s @ atu-jet-box Braves
NIMSBL Intimidators @ 55 Cubs
Chicago N. Cubs 45s @ Chicago N. Fire
Des Moines Bruins @ Chicago N. TSP’s 25s
Chicago Central Sub. White Sox @ Detroit Red Birds
Chicago N. Express 35s @ Detroit Cubs 35s
Chicago N. Fire @ NIMSBL Intimidators
55 Cubs @ Chicago N. Cubs 45s
Detroit Red Birds @ Chicago N. Express 35s
Chicago N. Lookouts @ NIMSBL Intimidators
Chicago N. Lookouts @ 55 Cubs
Detroit Red Birds @ Des Moines Bruins
Detroit Cubs 35s @ Des Moines Bruins
Chicago N. TSP’s 25s @ atu-jet-box Braves
Detroit Cubs 35s @ Chicago N. Cubs 35s
Atu-jet-box Braves @ Chicago Central Sub. White Sox
55 Cubs @ Chicago N. Fire
Chicago N. Cubs 45s @ Chicago N. Lookouts
25 Semi Finals
25 Semi Finals
45s Championship Approximate start time
25s Championship Approximate start time
35s Championship Approximate start time
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45
Faigin Division
NIMSBL Intimidators
Chicago N. Cubs 45s
45
Chicago N. Lookouts
Chicago N. Cubs 55s
Chicago N. Fire
35
Wolfson
Division
Chicago Express
35
Chicago N. Cubs
Detroit Cubs
25
Reising
Division
Des Moines Bruins
Detroit Red Birds
25
Chicago Central White Sox
Atu-Jet-Box Braves
Chicago N. TSPs
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