What does “Mercy Rule” mean?

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Definition: Mercy Rule

Definition: A rule ending the game early when a team leads by a set number of runs after a specific inning. Rule/Context Note: SPN typically uses 15-run and 10-run thresholds depending on inning. When It Matters: Tournament scheduling, game management. Interlinks: Game Length • Extra Innings • Tournament Format

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