One of the trickiest things in baseball is picking guys off bases. None are more intricate than attempting a pick-off play at second base due to the base’s location in relation to the pitcher, as well as the location of the defenders. It takes well-timed execution to successfully pick a runner off second base. Picking … Read more
When watching a baseball game, it may be confusing to see runners sliding into bases. Especially when it seems like running through or to the base would be faster. There are many reasons why runners slide which we will get into detail in this article. So, why do baseball players slide? The main reason baseball … Read more
In baseball, having a “hot bat” is a term used for a streak of achieving success at the plate. It also refers to a particular bat that is made with more pop than others. A hot bat refers to a baseball or softball bat that is performing exceptionally well. Consistently hitting the ball hard and … Read more
There are many terms, acronyms, and abbreviations in baseball. Such as SAC, HBP, BB, K, SO, SHO, K/P, HR…the list goes on. One of them is RBI, which is a very popular stat for single-season awards and Hall of Fame reviews. What is a RBI in baseball? A RBI in Baseball is a statistic that … Read more
High school baseball games are a popular pastime for both players and spectators alike. Their duration, however, can vary due to several factors. Understanding the typical length of these games can help fans, coaches, and players plan their schedules accordingly. A standard high school baseball game lasts between an hour and a half to two … Read more
In the last year, you may have seen the rise in discussion around pitchers using pine tar or other sticky substances to increase their spin rates. Historically some have used the sticky substance to help the ball stick and increase spin. It has been around the game for a long time. We’ll dive into the … Read more
Over the years, Major League Baseball (MLB) has witnessed the exceptional talent and skill of numerous baseball players originating from South Korea. Since 1994, around 26 Korea Baseball Players from the region have enthralled fans with their outstanding performance on the field. Their undeniable abilities have made a significant impact on the MLB scene, earning … Read more
Baseball has endless abbreviations for stats, making it confusing for the casual fan to follow along. If you’re checking the box score in the morning paper of a recent baseball game, it can almost look like a foreign language. RBI, HR, LOB, K, and BB are some of the many baseball abbreviations used. So, what … Read more
If you or your kid loves sports, odds are throughout the course of their playing careers they will suffer some sort of injury that will require a cast. Fingers, Thumbs, forearms, and elbows are the most common areas that require casts after a fracture or broken bone. So can you play baseball with a cast? … Read more
As you start to understand the rules of the baseball, you may start hearing terms that don’t make sense to you. One of the things you may hear is the term “bullpen”. You may hear the coach say ‘you think its time to use the bullpen or hear him tell a pitcher to head to … Read more