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Originally posted by AtlUmpSteve
Serg, it is an illegal pitch because what YOU saw is illegal, and that was your judgment. This isn't a rules reference or question, it is about what you saw. And, there is no discussion on your judgment.
Pitcher (and manager) needs to understand that the plate umpire makes that call, and must use a pitching motion which is legal from your perspective. We cannot and should not ignore apparantly illegal pitches because the pitcher or manager claim what you can't see is different. That pitcher needs to adjust to allow the plate umpire to see separation; or expect umpires to rule accordingly.
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BTW, Steve, sorry to hear about Metro Atlanta.
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