I have never been one that appreciates “trick” plays or one that relies on orchestrated deception to work but there are some plays regarded as fundamental baseball that require pump fakes and throws to secondary positions. I’m not suggesting the fake to second with a man on 1st and 3rd is a bush league “trick” play at all, but the official rules of baseball does make mention in specific instances where players and teams will be penalized for attempting deceptive or confusing action. In the situation described by catching coach I personally like the catcher to throw to the second baseman with the intent of getting an out at either 2nd base or the runner thrown out at home. I guess I like the throw to second because you’re using baseball talent not acting skills.
Fungo