Baseball Glossary

Definitions & Explanations of Baseball Jargon, Lingo and Terms

Updated Jan 12 2023 | Read: 1 min

Two boxers in a boxing ring

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What is Go the Distance in Baseball & Boxing?

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What is an Intentional Walk (IBB) in Baseball/Softball?

Clay Buchholz throwing a pitch from a mound

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What is an Immaculate Inning in Baseball/Softball?

Astros utility man, Jimmy Paredes catching a pop-up where the umpire called for the infield fly rule to be in effect.

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What is the Infield Fly Rule in Baseball/Softball?

Albert Pujols at-bat for the Anaheim Angels

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What is the Meaning of OPS in Baseball?

Ozzie Smith, a shortstop who could be considered a punch and judy hitter

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What is the Meaning of Punch and Judy Hitter in Baseball/Softball?

A pitcher's mound with a rosin bag laying on it.

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What is a Rosin Bag?

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What is the Triple Play in Baseball/Softball?

A baseball pitcher uncorking Uncle Charlie (a curveball) to the batter.

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What is the Origin of the Baseball Term, Uncle Charlie?

A White Sox pitcher on the mound. He is probably wondering what his WHIP is.

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What is the Meaning of WHIP in Baseball?

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American League Championship Series (ALCS)

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MLB Home Run Derby Winners

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Major League Baseball (MLB)

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National League Championship Series (NLCS)

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Major League Baseball World Series

A runner trying to score while a catcher makes a play at home plate.

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What is the Meaning of RBI in Baseball & Softball?

Miguel Cabrera playing First Base and about to catch the ball while Thames tries to reach base safely.

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What is the Triple Crown in Baseball/Softball?

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What is a Walk Off in Baseball/Softball?