"Grand" Slam
This family member might spoil you with cookies, stories, and wisdom—and they’re one generation above your parents.
What is a grandparent?
This position is responsible for calling balls and strikes behind home plate.
What is the umpire?
Set in a dystopian future, this trilogy follows Katniss Everdeen as she volunteers for a televised fight to the death.
What is The Hunger Games?
Known for its intelligence and glossy black feathers, this bird is also featured in a poem by Edgar Allen Poe.
What is a raven?
It’s a call made by an umpire—and also a collective decision by workers to stop working in protest.
What is a strike?
Carved by the Colorado River over millions of years, this breathtaking natural wonder stretches across Arizona and is visible from space.
What is the Grand Canyon?
This term describes a hit that allows the batter to reach second base.
What is a double?
This high-octane film franchise began with street racing and evolved into globe-trotting heists and family loyalty.
What is Fast & Furious?
This bright red bird is the namesake of St. Louis’s baseball team.
What is a cardinal?
It’s a pitch that breaks sharply across the plate—and also a mini burger that’s perfect for snacking at a ballgame.
What is a slider?
With its sweeping curves and rich sound, this elegant instrument is a centerpiece in concert halls and a favorite of classical composers.
What is a grand piano?
This term describes when a batter swings and misses three times.
What is a strikeout?
This series features folks navigating life in New York City, often over coffee at Central Perk.
What is Friends?
This bright orange-and-black songbird shares its name with Baltimore’s baseball team.
What is an oriole?
It’s something hurled toward home plate—and also a what a salesperson might deliver to win over a client.
What is a pitch?
This famous hotel, known for its luxury and history, is located near Central Park in New York City.
What is The Grand Hyatt?
This phrase refers to the pitcher retiring every batter without anyone reaching base—no hits, walks, or errors.
What is a perfect game?
In this epic fantasy series, noble houses clash for power, dragons soar, and winter is always coming.
What is Game of Thrones?
This flightless bird is native to New Zealand and shares its name with a fruit.
What is a kiwi?
It’s a place where livestock are kept—and also where pitchers warm up before entering a game.
What is a bullpen?
This dramatic term is often used to describe the final, show-stopping moment of a concert, fireworks display, or reality TV season.
What is a grand finale?
This player usually bats fourth in the lineup and is expected to drive in runners with a big hit.
Who is the clean-up hitter?
This sci-fi series features a time-traveling alien with a blue police box and a sonic screwdriver.
What is Doctor Who?
This seabird is known for its long wingspan and ability to glide over oceans.
What is an albatross?
This term refers to both a baseball pitch that deceives the batter and a clever trick used to mislead someone.
What is a curve?