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Old Mon Apr 28, 2008, 12:23pm
David B David B is offline
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rich Ives
There was a huge discussion, but I don't remember at which site.

Some thought it OK.

Some thought (I'm one) that if you look closely that the pivot foots hits (a puff of dust and a scuff mark seem to be there) out in front of the rubber before he throws.

Some thought it violates the requirement to pitch while in contact.

I think the hands are too high for FED but OK for OBR.
Agreed,

Every power pitcher leaves the rubber before he actually pitches the ball, its almost impossible not to so don't see what's the problem.

Rule wise covered under TOP.

Thanks
David
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