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Originally posted by Steve M
SRW,
The advantage vs no advantage is not a good question to ask. The pitch is either legal or it is illegal - regardless of whether the pitcher gains an advantage. And also consider - if it did not add an advantage in the pitcher's mind, why would the pitcher do that?
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I think that is an excellent question to ask! Memorizing the book and applying the rules is only half the battle. You need to know the meaning of the rule, you need to know why it exists.
In this case, she does bring her feet on the pitcher's plate prior to beginning her delivery. Starting with your hands separated and simulating a signal from the catcher are all things developed to create pauses to prevent quick pitching.