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					Originally Posted by Stevetheump  Until the pitcher has possession of the ball, he has 10 seconds to deliver a pitch. I don't think I'd call a "ball" in this situation because it would only inflame the pitcher even more - and that could very well result in an ejection. I might say something (quietly) to the catcher, but, no more than that.Sometimes, the best call is no call at all.
 |  The rule does not state the pitcher must have possession.
		 
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