Quoted from Palmer:Sigh. Once you play a few times you understand that your ball is going back to the inlanes (like a ramp return) whenever it goes into a hole on the playfield. If you were watching, you will notice a set of lights that flashes and a sound cue. The first couple of plays it catches you off guard but once you understand, it really isn't hard.
I figured it out on like the second ball, the game cues you whats coming if you are paying attention.
The ball pops out so silently its almost a feature in itself, like Micheal sneaking up on you.