Can a starter come back into the game after I substitute them?
Rule- USA
- Little League Baseball
- Major Division
- League age 9-12
- 12 and under
- Regular season
- 2026 rules
- Managers
Yes, once. A starter who has been replaced may re-enter the game in the same spot in the batting order, but only after their substitute has met mandatory play (six defensive outs and one at-bat).
A starter and their substitute can never be in the lineup at the same time. A substitute who is removed can't re-enter.
Added 21 Oct 2026