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What Is The Definition Of Backdoor Slider In Baseball?
1. This type of slider breaks in a lateral motion that causes it to swing out wide as it approaches the strike zone. This makes the pitch appear as though it will be called as a ball, but it swings back toward home plate at the very end of its trajectory, causing it to enter the strike zone’s “back door” and catching the back corner of the plate. This confuses the batter and often causes them to miss the opportunity to swing.
Examples Of How Backdoor Slider Is Used In Commentary
1. And with the payoff pitch, Verlander comes with a backdoor slider to catch the hitter looking at strike three.
Sports The Term Is Used
1. Baseball
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