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Doc, interesting stuff. 
 
I sit in tons of meetings, and bang the gavel in lots of them.  One of the things I've learned is that if I want to give the impression that I'm paying attention (in fact, I do this to pay attention) I sit with my hands cupped in front of me.....fingers interlaced, palms facing my torso. I am then focused. 
When I extend my arms with open hands I feel that I'm giving the impression of pushing away the other party.  In fact, I think I do "push away" their ideas and input. I'm elsewhere 
Is that my natural aiki coming out?
Anyway, the picture of Campos in the other thread is particularly interesting.  He is still playing Peek-a-boo behind his left shoulder as his throwing arm is transitioning toward the plate.  This is a motion that I've always felt led to a sinking action on the ball.....and deceptive velocity.  I'll almost bet that Campos at 92 sneaks up on the plate like somebody else at 94. 
Just my own hunch, I suspect.  I certainly have to empirical data no back it up, but open up early and your hand gets under the ball and it stays up.  Open up late and your hand stays on top of the ball...and down it goes.
Moe