> Why not just use a cannon to shoot the ball? Someone who knows the rules better might answer? I assume the pitcher has to be registered in the team and as s

> Why not just use a cannon to shoot the ball? Someone who knows the rules better might answer? I assume the pitcher has to be registered in the team and as such has to be human. If you have a pitcher set it off, one assumes it's not regulated equipment. If you have a disability it still has rules around what you can use. I'd be interested to know though. The Last Boy Scout does kinda ask this question, that's why it's such an amazing opening scene.