Skip to main content

Reply to "A couple more balk questions"

quote:
Originally posted by isaacvanwart:
I certainly agree the pitcher has options generally. However, this thread addresses a right-handed pitcher's options, with a runner on first, when he is in the stretch with his back foot in contact with the rubber. From that position, once he lifts that front foot, he has two options (most people would say one): (1) he can go home; or, (2) and this one is controversial, he can wheel and throw to second base to throw out a stealing runner or force him back to first.


This perpetuates the myth that a right handed pitcher in set position cannot step and throw to first.

By rule and historical practice, this is simply wrong.

Admittedly, the move is fraught with danger (primarily from untrained umpires), but it can be done legally.
Last edited by Jimmy03
×
×
×
×