Pitcher's Rules?
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Re: Pitcher's Rules?
[ Author: westbaystars | Posted: Apr 7, 2007 1:43 PM
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That is correct. If the pitcher first steps off the rubber, he may fake a throw to first. The rule is the same as in the MLB.
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With a runner at first, the pitcher goes to the stretch position. After coming to a stop for a couple seconds he:
- Steps off with his back foot (without moving his front foot), then steps toward first with his front foot and fakes a pickoff throw.
Is that a balk?A pitcher is allowed to fake a throw if he steps off with his back foot, then steps toward first, correct?
Hope you can help.
Sean