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Which pitcher in the MLB breaks the most baseball bats while pitching?
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If a baseball pitcher were equally talented pitching left or right handed can he switch in the middle of an at bat?
pitchers may not switch throwing hands in the middle of an at bat. they may switch from hitter to hitter however There is nothing I have found in the MLB rules that states a pitcher cannot switch throwing hands when facing a single batter. Maybe someone can point out the specific rule that states what the above answerer says is factual? There is no rule in the official baseball scores that say a pitcher cannot change his hands. However, just as a batter cannot switch while the pitcher is on the rubber, so too can the pitcher not switch while on the rubber, as that would be an illegal motion while in the set position and be considered a balk (with runners on) or a ball (with bases empty).
What direction do most baseball pitchers pitch toward?
It depends if the pitcher is left or right handed, a lefty will face first, while a righty will face third.
How many wins did Cy Young have in 1899?
According to official baseball records, Cy Young's record in 1899 was 26-15 while pitching for the NL St. Louis Cardinals.
What is the shortest amount of pitches that can be thrown to win a major league baseball game?
For a pitcher, 0. A pitcher can come in to relieve another, get the final out of an inning on a pickoff, and his team takes the lead in the next inning, while he is the pitcher of record. For a team, 15. Each out takes at least one pitch. A pitcher would have to get 15 outs, and the game would have to be called after five innings for weather or another such distraction.
Did Tom Seaver achieve any pitching career milestone while pitching for the White Sox at Milwaukee County Stadium?
yes
Can a baseball pitcher be subistuted or replaced while pitching to a hitter?
yes they can be replaced at any time
Can a pitcher wear eye black while pitching?
yes so the sun doesn't bother him.
Was there ever a rule in major league baseball limiting how high a pitchers arm could be while pitching?
Yes, before 1883, a pitcher could not deliver a pitch above his waist.
Can a relief pitcher in major league baseball come in and throw just one pitch or does he have to pitch completely to one batter?
A pitcher who enters the game must pitch at least one full at bat. The only exception to this is if the pitcher suffers an injury during warmups or while pitching to the first batter that the umpires deem serious enough to warrant medical attention. Then the pitcher may be replaced before pitching one full at bat.
What was the year famed baseball pitcher Nolan Ryan reached the benchmark of 300 wins?
On July 31, 1990, while pitching for the Texas Rangers, Nolan Ryan won his 300th game when he defeated the Milwaukee Brewers.
What is it called when a pitcher drops the ball while pitching?
If the pitcher drops the ball while contacting the rubber or in her motion it is called an illegal pitch. The batters' count will be given a ball and if a runner is on base they are allowed to advance to the next base.
Name of person who throws a baseball?
A pitcher throws a baseball to the catcher while the batter trys to hit it.
Can a pitcher be taken out while batter has a count?
Yes, a pitcher may be replaced at any time with one exception. That exception isifthe pitcher has just entered the game and the batter is the first batter he is pitching to. The rule states a pitcher must pitch one full at bat and applies to both starting and relief pitchers. Of course, if the pitcher suffers an injury the umpires can rule that he may be replaced regardless of whether the batter is the first batter the pitcher is pitching to.
Where is the infraction regarding overthrown ball?
If it is the fielder that overthrows the ball it is an error on the fielder. If the pitcher overthrows the ball while pitching it is a wild pitch.
When does a save happen in baseball?
When a relief pitcher comes in while leading & does not give up the lead when game concluded.
Can a pitcher lick his fingers in little league?
the pitcher is allowed to lick his fingers only while off the entire pitching circle (all the dirt around the mound). if the pitcher is caught licking his fingers on the mound, it is considered a Balk and eith a ball is awarded to the batter (no men on base) or the runners on base are allowed to advance.AnswerRule 8.02 of The Official Rules of Baseball:" The pitcher shall not --(a) (1) Bring his pitching hand in contact with his mouth or lips while in the 18 foot circle surrounding the pitching rubber. EXCEPTION: Provided it is agreed to by both managers, the umpire prior to the start of a game played in cold weather, may permit the pitcher to blow on his hand.PENALTY: For violation of this part of this rule the umpires shall immediately call a ball. However, if the pitch is made and a batter reaches first base on a hit, an error, a hit batsman or otherwise, and no other runner is put out before advancing at least one base, the play shall proceed without reference to the violation. Repeated offenders shall be subject to a fine by the league president. "The penalty for a pitcher licking his fingers on the mound is a ball. If the batter has 3 balls on him this would be considered the fourth ball and the batter would be credited with a base on balls. There is no penalty for a pitcher licking his fingers while not on the pitching mound as long as he wipes his fingers off prior to stepping onto the pitching mound.update:starting with the 2010 season, a pitcher can go to his mouth while on the mound as long as he is not on the rubber, and he makes an obvious motion of whiping his hand on pants before returning to the mound. This was changed in order to speed up the game
Can a pitcher be relieved at any time during a game?
A pitcher must pitch to one batter before he can be relieved. The only exception to this would be if the pitcher suffered an injury during warmups or while pitching to the first batter he faced. In that case, should the umpire deem the injury serious enough to warrent immediate medical attention, a new pitcher may be brought in.
