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Originally Posted by PWL
I do believe you are quoting a new rule that went into effect only a few months ago. I was asking if it woud be a balk under the old way it was written in the rule book.
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The rule is essentially the same. The only change is that the pitcher no longer has to keep his free foot within the 24 inch length of the pitching rubber, which was never enforced anyway. It's never been a balk for placing the free foot behind the rubber while in the windup.
Tim.