Sports Terms That Start with R
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What is a Rosin Bag?
A rosin bag is a small burlap or canvas bag that is filled with rosin powder, a semi-sticky to sticky substance that helps pitcher’s get a better grip on the baseball. MLB wisely allows pitchers to use rosin to acquire a dry grip for the sake of hitters’ safety. | Learn More
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What is the Meaning of RBI in Baseball & Softball?
RBI, or runs batted in, is a statistic that credits the batter with driving in one or more runs scored as a result of the their offensive play. | Learn More