Visits to pitcher, playing pro rules

[Matt]

Originally Posted by Rita C

Just to be clear: I understand that part of this is defining what is, or isn't, a visit.

But I don't think that some are understanding that a pitcher can move to another defensive position and return later that inning to the mound.

Rita

I don't see that being the salient issue here. The reason is that is moot if the pitcher has reached the limit of trips--he cannot pitch again that game. The question is whether he has to leave the game or not.