Hey Fan,
The rule is simple. When a pitcher throws the ball out of play, it all depends if he was on the rubber when he made the throw or off the rubber (he is now an infielder). The award rule is simple:
- 1 from the rubber
- 2 from the field
If the pitcher is in contact with the rubber when he throws out of play, the award is 2 bases.
If the pitcher is off the rubber (infielder), the award is 2 bases.
Keep this simple saying:
- 1 from the rubber
- 2 from the field
in your head and you will be the smarter fan!