Nope, wrong. A pitcher may throw to an unoccupied base if it is to put out an advancing runner as in this situation, or to perform a proper appeal. As long as the pitcher turned in one fluid, continuous motion, then no balk. Had the runner deeked his advance, then you would have a balk.
Last edited by justanotherblue; Fri Jul 11, 2008 at 11:36am.
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