Baseball Basics
What shape is a baseball field?
A Diamond
Who is known as the "Home Run King"?
Babe Ruth
How many players are on the field for one team on defense?
If the batter swings and misses, what is it called?
A strike
What city are the Yankees from?
New York
How many bases are on the field?
4
Which player wore number 42 and broke the color barrier in baseball?
Jackie Robinson
How many strikes equals a strikeout?
3
What is it called when the batter reaches first base after being thrown 4 balls?
A walk
What's the mascot for the Philadelphia Phillies?
A Phillie Phanatic
What do you call it when the batter hits the ball out of the park?
Who was called "The Kid" and played most of his career with Seattle Mariners?
Ken Griffey Jr.
How many outs does each team get per inning?
3
What do you call it when a field player gets 2 outs on the same play?
Double play
Which team plays at Wrigley Field?
Chicago Cubs
What position does the player who throws the ball to the batter play?
Pitcher
Who was known as "Mr. October" for hitting home runs in the playoffs?
How many innings are in a regular baseball game?
9
What is it called when a better hits the ball and runs safely to 2nd base?
A double
Which team is sometimes called "The Red Socks"?
Boston Red Socks
What do you call the player behind home plate wearing the mask and gear?
Catcher
Which New York Yankees shortstop was nicknamed "The Captain"?
Derek Jeter
What is the maximum number of runs that can be scored in a grand slam?
4
What is it called when a pitcher doesn't allow anyone on base the whole game?
A perfect game
What team is known as "America's Team"?
Atlanta Braves