bang bang play
What Is The Definition Of Bang-Bang Play In Baseball?
1. This is a term used to describe a close play in baseball. The most common scenario this term is used is when there is a force play and the ball reaches the glove of the fielder seconds before the baserunner’s foot hits the same bag.
Another scenario would be when there is not a force out, but the fielder receives and tags the baserunner seconds before they reach the base.
At many times, it’s is hard to distinguish if the runner is safe or out during a bang-bang play.
Example Of How Bang-Bang Play Is Used In Commentary
1. After hitting a slow dribbler to the shortstop, Hamilton flies down the line but is called out on a close bang-bang play at first.
Sport The Term Is Used
1. Baseball
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