Our collection of baseball terms
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| Phrase |
Definition |
| Jam |
(1) When a hitter gets a pitch near his hands, he is 'jammed.' (2) When a pitcher gets himself in trouble, he is in a 'jam' |
| Johnny Fullstaff |
A nickname for all the pitchers on staff, starters and relievers, when you're in a do-or-die game and everyone or anyone may be called on to contribute in this must-win situation. |
| Junkball |
Off speed pitch with a break in it (curve, screwball, etc) and the pitcher who relies on them - a junkballer or junkball pitcher or just someone who throws junk |