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Originally Posted by Dakota

First, it was not a LBR violation. The applicable rule is 8-7-S, not 8-7-T.

Second, you are assuming the IP "drew" the runner off the base with the double touch - facts not in evidence,

That is incorrect Dakota, I specifically stated that I was not addressing the OP's scenario.

and (without your hesitation, etc.) unlikely, IMO. I do agree that if it is judged that the runner left early because of being deceived by the illegal pitch motion, fine. Lacking that, however, the runner is out.

Then we agree, and that is my point.