quote:Originally posted by EQES:
Regarding the jump throw if the pitcher remains engaged with the rubber he must throw. If he disengages (where there is distance between the pivot foot and the rubber) he becomes a fielder and does not have to throw to first base.
Incorrect. A jump turn is defined as being in contact with the rubber.
He must legally disengage, that is to step off on the second base side of the rubber, with his pivot foot, in order to fake to first.