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Originally Posted by Kevin Finnerty
Just batters?
Runners also need ample time and are generally taught not to leave the bag until the pitcher's on the rubber.
It's deceiving and it's against the rules for more than one reason.
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Runners are (should be) coached that the can start their lead as soon as the pitcher is on or astride the rubber - because it's a balk if he doesn't have the ball. Even if he quick-pitches, the runners willl still have their lead established.