December 12, 2019

Pitcher Drops Ball

When a pitcher drops the baseball with runners on base it is a balk. But what he if bobbles the ball and is able to catch it before it hits the ground? Is there a circumstance where a pitcher who is in contact with th erubber may drop the ball and it NOT be a balk? Yes, learn the rule with this video.

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