Stepping up to the plate and feeling lost in a whirlwind of baseball jargon? Fear not, aspiring fan! This glossary is your ticket to understanding the beautiful language of baseball.
**Ace:** The team's best starting pitcher.
**RBI (Run Batted In):** Credit given to a batter for a hit that allows a runner to score.
**ERA (Earned Run Average):** A pitcher's average of earned runs allowed per nine innings.
**Walk (Base on Balls):** Awarded to a batter when a pitcher throws four balls outside the strike zone.
**Strike Zone:** The area over home plate between the batter's knees and midpoint of their torso.
**Grand Slam:** A home run hit with all three bases occupied, scoring four runs.
From the dugout to the outfield, these terms are the foundation of baseball conversation. So, grab your glove, crack open a cold one, and impress your friends with your newfound baseball vocabulary! Now you can truly appreciate America's pastime.
