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by tibear on May 24th, 2007
The rules specify that the only way the pitcher doesn't have to pitch to the first batter is for injury reason.
The manager can't simply pull the pitcher because he doesn't like what he sees from the pitcher. The pitcher must complete the first batter's 'at bat'.
by unwantedguilt on May 23rd, 2007
as long as he does not throw a single pitch to a single batter, it does not count. in the major leagues pitchers will be pulled during warm ups if they experience shoulder problems. warm up pitches do not count towards an inning.
by Henry Hascup on May 12th, 2006
The manager can replace him without the pitcher throwing a pitch
Here's an article that I found
Salomon Torres left the field reluctantly after throwing his warm-up pitches in the seventh. This happened on April 20, 2003.
Also,
The Erie SeaWolves and their fans were looking for a big start from Justin Verlander Tuesday night, and through the first three innings, it looked like they were going to get it. Unfortunately, when Verlander went out to throw his warmup pitches in the fourth, he felt some stiffness in his shoulder, and Duffy Dyer removed him for precautionary reasons.
Cole Hammels (philly pitcher) pitched a bad game on Saturday. Later he said he pitched the game with a "dead arm", what does this mean?
by Susan_F1615 on August 16th, 2011
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has joe blanton ever had a shutout?
by Josh_S959 on September 21st, 2010
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Is surgery to repair a torn labrum in the throwing shoulder of a pitcher even worth it? I'm 16 years old and could throw lower 70's
by wtffff on April 25th, 2011
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I'm a 6 to 6'1 left handed pitcher, with all my work outs, I should be throwing 88-93. what are my chances of possibly getting drafted?
by holland_holland11 on May 15th, 2010
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Is it legal for a pitcher to have a flag on the finger part of his glove?
by Anonymous on July 20th, 2009
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