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What makes a balk?
The vast majority of Balks are called on the pitcher, but a Balk can also be called on the catcher. With runners on base, if the catcher steps out of the catcher's box before the pitcher releases the ball, it's Balk on the catcher. When this happens, it is almost always while attempting to give an intentional base on balls.
What is a fielder balk?
Rule 4.03(a) states "The catcher shall station himself directly back of the plate. He may leave his position at any time to catch a pitch or make a play except that when the batter is being given an intentional base on balls, the catcher must stand with both feet within the lines of the catcher's box until the ball leaves the pitcher's hand. PENALTY: Balk." A "catcher's balk" is charged to the pitcher (for pitching when the catcher is out of the box), and has the same penalty as any other balk -- the runners advance one base. On June 24, 2004, John Shulock called such a balk on the Braves' Greg Maddux when he pitched while catcher Fernando Lunar's foot was out of the box. Bobby Cox argued the call and was ejected. The night before, Brewers' manager Davey Lopes had asked the umpires to enforce the rule against the Braves' catcher Javy Lopez, who was setting up far outside the box. This appears to be the only time this balk has been called in decades. Major League crew chief Tim McClelland has written "As a matter of fact, I have never seen it called, it's one of those things you just kind of let slide."
In a baseball what is a bock?
a balk is a type of error by the pitcher in which he does not properly execute a pitch or fakes a throw to first base. For all 16 ways to balk go to MLB.com
IN Baseball when positioning players defensively on the field how many players are allowwed to be in Foul territory?
In baseball the only defensive player allowed to be in foul territory is the catcher. Otherwise it's a fielders balk.
Can a balk be called if the catcher gives the pitcher the signs before the pitcher toes the rubber?
No
What sport is the term balk from?
Baseball
What is a balk in baseball and can you explain how it is called by the umpire during a game?
A balk in baseball is a pitcher's illegal movement that deceives the baserunners. The umpire calls a balk when they see the pitcher make a deceptive move while on the pitching rubber, causing the baserunners to advance. The umpire signals a balk by pointing towards the pitcher and calling "balk" aloud.
How many mlb games have ended on a balk?
According to Baseball Reference, thirteen Major League Baseball games ended on a balk. The last "balk-off" win was on May 31, 2010, with the Dodgers beating the Diamondbacks.
What is a balk and how does it impact the outcome of a baseball game"?
In baseball, a balk is a pitcher's illegal movement that deceives the baserunners. It results in advancing the runners on base. A balk can change the game by giving the opposing team an advantage in scoring runs.
When did the balk in baseball become a rule?
the year was 1898.
What is an illegal move by a baseball pitcher called?
Balk
What is a balk in baseball and how is it called by the umpire?
In baseball, a balk is a penalty called on a pitcher for making an illegal movement or action while on the pitching mound. The umpire calls a balk when they determine that the pitcher has made a deceptive or illegal motion that violates the rules of the game.
