batted ball hits a pitcher

[CecilOne]

Is this SP only?

"Rule 7.6 A batted ball the hits a pitcher without first having hit their glove and, in the umpire’s judgment, the pitcher did not intentionally allow him/herself to be hit, the batter is to be ruled out.
Reasoning: Safety. Discourages players from hitting up the middle.
My opinion: Stupid. Last time I checked, the pitcher’s plate was in fair territory. Ringling Bros, where is that clown car? Maybe we should just put up a in front of the pitcher? I would suggest we switch to whiffle balls, but they really sting and we wouldn’t want that, would we. Hey, it’s part of the game. Agree it can be dangerous, but so can being restricted to a base until the ball is hit and they are closer than most fielders"

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Sorry, edited to add "Suggested changes to ASA rules, as per Mike's two posts regarding the same. "