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I'm inclined to rule on this play in the following manner:
Any move a pitcher makes toward 1st base from in contact with the rubber must result in an IMMEDIATE throw to the base. As soon as there is a discernible hesitation, I would call it a balk. It can't be a two-part maneuver.
I have no basis for this ruling other than the belief that this is the intent of the rule.
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Dave,
By Jove, I think you've got it!!
As for the basis, how does this work for you? From J/R:
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[It is a balk if a pitcher]
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11. steps to first base....
(b) but interrupts or hesitates in his motion to throw there.
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As mcrowder pointed out, the R1 is awarded one base on either the balk or the throw out of play from the rubber.
JM
Mon Mar 27, 2006, 05:09pm
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