I'm not sure that was my contention. I was merely extending the logical argument a bit further, and perhaps trying to stimulate some debate.
My actual contention is that most pick-offs or throws to a base by a pitcher are done while not in physical contact with the rubber. Now this pitcher may not have actually stepped back, off the rubber to 'legally' disengage, but they are nonetheless, not touching the rubber while throwing. To me, this is the key to determining the number of bases we award.
Thoughts?
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