The Basics of Scoring in Baseball

In baseball, runs are scored when a player successfully touches all four bases—first, second, third, and home plate—in order. Hits, walks, and smart base running all help create scoring opportunities. A single big hit can change the momentum of an entire game.
Because runs are often hard to come by, teams must take advantage of every chance. This makes each at-bat important and keeps fans engaged from the first inning to the last.

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Winning the Game

At the end of the game, the team with the most runs is declared the winner. If the home team is ahead after the top of the ninth inning, they do not need to bat in the bottom half. If the score is tied, extra innings are played until one team wins.

Baseball games reward strategy, patience, and teamwork. Every pitch and play can make a difference in the final score.

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Fair Balls and Foul Balls

When a batter hits the ball, it is either fair or foul. A fair ball lands inside the foul lines or touches them. A foul ball lands outside the lines. Fair balls can be played normally and allow runners to advance.

Foul balls count as strikes unless the batter already has two strikes. Even though foul balls are not in play for base running, they can still be caught for an out if they are hit in the air.

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Making Outs on Defense

The defensive team’s main job is to get outs. An out can be made by catching a batted ball in the air, tagging a runner with the ball, or forcing a runner out by throwing the ball to a base before the runner arrives.

Pitchers and fielders must work together to make outs. Strong throwing, quick reactions, and good teamwork are key parts of successful defense.

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Getting On Base

Batters can reach base in several different ways. The most common way is by hitting the ball and running to first base before the defense can get them out. Batters can also reach base by drawing a walk or being hit by a pitched ball.

Once on base, players become base runners. Base runners can advance to the next base when the ball is hit, thrown, or caught. Smart base running can help a team score more runs.

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