Situation:
Right Handed Pitcher in stretch with runner on third.
In a "bulldog" stance (bending over at waist, glove hand on L knee), with pitching arm (R) hanging down, moving, with ball in the pitching hand.
Glove on left knee.
Is this a balk?
My understanding is that it was not a balk as there is no intent to deceive the runner.
Was called as a balk during game yesterday, and explained that pitcher can hang arm BUT ball MUST be in the glove, NOT in his throwing hand.
Your comments, rule interpretations, suggestions are appreciated.
We are following MLB Baseball Rules, and under The Pitcher Rule 8.05, I just don't read it.
Thank you!!
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