Balk called on catcher being out of box

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Thu Jun 26, 2008, 05:10pm

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8.05 If there is a runner, or runners, it is a balk when....

(l) The pitcher, while giving an intentional base on balls, pitches while the catcher is not in the catcher's box.

The rule only pertains to intentional walks, so you are correct.

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