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Originally posted by jesmael
Runner on first, Right handed pitcher starts in the windup position. Steps back with Right foot and moves hands as if going to deliver a pitch. Spins and throws to 2nd as runner steals. This seems like the pitcher is deceiving the runner and should be a balk? how does it sound to you guys. (13-14 year olds)
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Yes, it is a balk, the key phrase in your description being "and moves hands as if going to deliver a pitch." That's what makes his disengagement illegal, and a balk.