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Originally Posted by David Emerling
Breaking contact with the rubber while making a jump move (or jab step) is NOT considered disengaging the rubber.
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Who said it was?
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If the pitcher throws the ball out-of-play while making such a move the base award is ONE because the throw is considered to have been made while in contact with the rubber - even though the pitcher is NOT in contact with the rubber.
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On the other hand, if he first disengages the rubber (by stepping back) and THEN throws the ball out-of-play the base award is TWO.
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This is fascinating. Did you just buy a rulebook?
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I maintain, you will almost NEVER see a professional pitcher disengage (i.e. stepping back) the rubber prior to throwing to first. I can't remember the last time I've seen it.
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Don't get out much do you? I saw Jeff Weaver do it twice against the Yankees this week-end. Between feints and actual throws, I'll bet it happens somewhere in the MLB every game day.
Again, I never said it was the number one move. I said it was more prevalent in the majors for RHPs than stepping and throwing. RIF
I can't tell you how much I value your input Dave, but it's time to put you back in the box. Say hi to BigGuy for me.