Pitching

[DG]

Originally posted by CoachJM
DG,

My understanding is that the intent of this language in the rule is to limit the pitcher's advantage over the batter rather than to limit his advantage in "holding runners".

It has been suggested to me that under OBR, this is never properly balked (FED could differ on this point, I'm not sure) but is treated as a "don't do that" should anyone be "picky" enough to insist on strict compliance during a game.

JM

What would the advantage be over a batter for having his heel or toe off the edge of the rubber?