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Old Thu Jul 03, 2014, 01:51pm
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Originally Posted by Rich Ives View Post
How should it be handled if the pitcher throws when the batter isn't looking but time is out? It's just as dangerous.
If time is out, then there cannot be a balk, as has already been stated. Balks can only occur during a live ball.

I agree that it is dangerous, and it shouldn't happen if the PU is paying attention. But if it does happen, a warning to the pitcher is appropriate.
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