Baseball is a bat-and-ball sport played between two teams, typically consisting of nine players each. The game is played on a diamond-shaped field with four bases arranged in a square. The objective is to score runs by hitting a ball thrown by the pitcher and running around the bases to reach home plate. The sport is characterized by its mixture of offense and defense, where one team bats while the other plays in the field.
The game consists of innings, with each team having a turn to bat and a turn to field in each inning. A run is scored when a player successfully advances around all four bases back to home plate after hitting the ball. Key elements include striking the ball, catching, throwing, and running.
Baseball is considered America’s pastime and has a rich history with professional leagues, particularly Major League Baseball (MLB) in the United States. The game features unique terminology and statistics, making it a significant part of sports culture in many countries. The sport emphasizes strategy, skill, and teamwork, and varies in format with different levels of play, including amateur, collegiate, and professional leagues.
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