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Here is an example of a 3-1 move I have seen that would be illegal under both sets of rules.
You may have to stand-up and act out what I'm describing to fully understand it.
The pitcher steps with his left foot toward 3rd and then pivots around (to the left), on that same foot, toward 1st and throws or feints.
This is illegal under OBR because the pitcher did it "all in one motion."
This is illegal under FED because the pitcher, while still in contact with the rubber, made a move toward a base without preceding with a step in that direction.
Like I said, you'll probably have to act this one out. But I've seen pitchers try this move and I've balked it every time I've seen it ... maybe 3 or 4 times in all the years I've been umpiring.
David Emerling
Memphis, TN
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