[greymule]

No pitch. I call no pitch even if the pitcher reacts to something the batter does that looks as if the batter is not ready. I will not let the batter cause the pitcher to commit that violation.

Regarding the play described, MLB stopped calling that play a balk almost 40 years ago. I remember why, too. Hal Woodeshick of the Astros came in to relieve against the Pirates with the score tied in the bottom of the ninth and the bases loaded. Woodeshick proceeded to strike out the first two batters (I believe on 6 pitches), then got 2 quick strikes on Roberto Clemente. As Woodeshick was about to deliver his next pitch, Clemente put his hand up as if to say, "Hold on, I'm not ready." Woodeshick held up and was called for a game-ending balk. MLB changed the rule shortly after that.