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  1. Mendoza line: A batting average of .200; named after Mario Mendoza. Moonshot: A towering fly ball; typically used when a player hits a home run. O-fer: When a batter goes hitless in a game, they are said to have had an o-fer; as in the batter goes 0-3 (O for three).

  2. This is an alphabetical list of selected unofficial and specialized terms, phrases, and other jargon used in baseball, along with their definitions, including illustrative examples for many entries. Contents:

  3. Feb 22, 2024 · Barehand - When a fielder makes a play on the ball without using their glove. Bases loaded - When there is a runner on first, second and third base. Basket catch - when a fielder makes (usually an over the should catch where the palm of the glove is facing upwards and usually at waist level.

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    • Ace: A team's No. 1 starting pitcher.
    • Alley: The areas of the outfield between the outfielders.
    • Around the horn: A double play that begins with the third baseman and goes to second and then to first.
    • Backdoor slider: A pitch that appears to be out of the strike zone, but then breaks back over the plate.
  4. Feb 6, 2024 · There are basic baseball terms like ball, strike, out, etc., but with phrases like “worm burner” and “oppo taco,” you’ll need a full baseball glossary as soon as you step into the dugout. In this article, the Bat Experts at JustBats are only going to focus on the most popular baseball terms.

  5. Oct 11, 2022 · What does OBP mean in baseball? OBP in baseball is an abbreviation for on-base percentage. It measures how many times a player reaches base per 1,000 chances via hits, walks, or hit by...

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  7. Oct 20, 2021 · An ultimate list of a list of the most common terms and jargon in baseball with clear definitions and examples.

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