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Originally Posted by RadioBlue
Taking a signal or simulate taking a signal would also require that the pitcher be looking in at the catcher. So merely coming to an obvious and deliberate stop alone would not satisfy the requirements of the current rule. (What if the pitcher steps on, hands apart, motionless, but looking at the third baseman then brings her hands together to begin the pitch?)
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Is the purpose of the rule to regulate where the pitcher looks or is it to avoid a quick pitch?