If you’re a baseball fan, you’ve probably heard the term “automatic runner” before. But what does it actually mean? In this blog post, we’ll explain what an automatic runner is and how it affects the game. What is an automatic runner in baseball? An automatic runner is a baserunner who is put into motion without…
Cooperstown Baseball is a term used to describe the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum located in Cooperstown, New York. The Hall of Fame was founded in 1939 to honor the greatest baseball players of all time. What is Cooperstown Baseball? Cooperstown Baseball is a baseball camp for kids ages 8-18 that takes place…
Not sure what BBCOR baseball bats are all about? Check out this blog post to learn everything you need to know about these bats, including what they are, how they differ from other types of bats, and more. What is BBCOR? BBCOR (Ball-Bat Coefficient of Restitution) is a performance standard for baseball bats that was…
Looking to add a new dimension to your baseball training? Check out bat drop! In this post, we’ll explain what bat drop is, how it can help your swing, and how to incorporate it into your practice.
As a baseball fan, you may have heard of arbitration contracts, but what are they exactly? In this blog post, we’ll break down what arbitration contracts are, how they work, and what they mean for players and teams. What is baseball arbitration? Baseball arbitration is a process in which a panel of arbitrators hears arguments…
Ever wonder what an international walk in baseball player is? Here’s a quick explanation of what they are and how they differ from other players. What is an international walk in baseball player? An international walk in baseball player is someone who is not from the United States but is playing baseball in the country….
AA baseball is the second highest level of professional baseball in the United States after Major League Baseball (MLB). It is a member of the Baseball Association (which also includes AAA, the highest level of professional baseball). Introduction AA baseball is the second-highest level of minor league baseball in the United States, behind AAA. It…
A Wildcard game in baseball is a game where the losing team is eliminated from the playoffs and the winning team advances to the next round. What is a Wildcard game in baseball? In baseball, a Wild Card game is a play-in game which is used to determine which team from a non-winning division will…
A wax pack baseball card is a type of baseball card that is packaged in a wax paper wrapper. The wrapper is usually foil-stamped with the words “Wax Pack” or “Wax Box”. What is a wax pack baseball card? Wax pack baseball cards are the classic trading cards that have been collected by generations of…
Tb stands for total bases. It’s a baseball stat that is used to measure a player’s raw power. Find out how this stat is calculated and what it means for a player’s performance. The Definition of a Tb in Baseball A Tb, or total bases, is a baseball statistic that is used to measure the…
A splitter is a type of pitch in baseball. It is thrown with the same arm motion and release as a fastball, but the grip is different. The ball is held with the index and middle fingers together (or with the middle and ring fingers together), with the thumb and little finger off the ball.
A slugging percentage is a baseball statistic that measures the total number of bases a player generates per at-bat. What is a Slugging Percentage? Slugging percentage is a baseball statistic that measures the total number of bases a player generates per at-bat. It is calculated by dividing the number of hits by the number of…