double,two-bagger,two-base hit,two-baser- a base hit on which the batter stops safely at second base; "he hit a double to deep centerfield" three-bagger,three-base hit,triple- a base hit at which the batter stops safely at third base ...
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Baseball is played between two teams with nine players in the field on each team. On a baseball field, the game is under authority of several umpires. There are usually four umpires in major league games; up to six (and as few as one) may officiate depending on the league and the im...
Cleat studs are designed with two primary functions in mind: grip and release. When a player moves, these studs dig into the ground, creating friction that prevents slipping. This is especially valuable during quick sprints, sudden stops, and rapid changes in direction on the field. The shape...
Dominic has returned to Wrigley Field to throw out a game’s ceremonial first pitch. Cubs spokesman Julian Green said the team works to “make fans aware of the need to be alert.” At least three serious injuries have taken place at the Braves’ Turner Field — where, according to stadium...
A solid-colored, usually dark area beyond the center field wall that is the visual backdrop for the batter looking out at the pitcher. It allows the batter to see the pitched ball against a dark and uncluttered background, as much for the batter's safety as anything. The use of a ...
The action (or inaction) on the field AP Photo/Ashley Landis Time of game vs. pace of play Major League Baseball is on a mission to reduce the amount of time it takes to play games. Under Rob Manfred, it's been close to an obsession. Seven-inning doubleheaders, a three-ba...
In the event of a play getting to the outfield, the player needs to remain vigilant. There is always a possibility of a run down occurring, in which case he will need to either back up a throw or cover his base. Priority stands of backing up throws coming in from left field to secon...
Picture this: It's 3 a.m. and the world is asleep, save for night owls, insomniacs and the trucks downshifting on the highway. Everything is quiet and still. Everything, that is, except for a small baseball field in Kansas City, where 60 men and women wi
Back in LL, I did a Chance Chart for the kids, and was surprised to see that over the course of a particular season, only 3B and left field had fewer chances to field the ball than ss (obviously we had a league that had trouble pulling the ball ). I used to it to convince the...