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I think piping up in the hand means Al was trying to protect a less experienced player from an out-of-control dealer who was trying to bully him. Al stated the player getting the time pressure from the dealer was inexperienced, so that guy may have no clue that what the dealer is doing is totally against procedures.

Thank you, Al, for sticking up for the newbs. I'm perfectly capable of fighting my own battles, but a helpful word or two from another player often does wonders to reign in a rampaging dealer or player and I always appreciate whatever support folks at the table want to offer.