Baseball is a bat-and-ball game played between two teams, typically consisting of nine players each. The objective of the game is to score runs by hitting a ball thrown by a pitcher and then running around four bases arranged in a diamond shape on the field. The game is played on a field with a diamond-shaped infield and an outfield, featuring specific positions for players such as pitchers, catchers, infielders, and outfielders.
The team that is batting aims to hit the ball and advance their players around the bases to score runs, while the fielding team tries to prevent runs by getting batters out through various methods, such as catching batted balls or touching the bases with the ball before runners reach them. The game is divided into innings, with each team having a chance to bat and field in each inning.
Baseball is known for its rich history, culture, and statistics, and is often referred to as America’s pastime due to its popularity in the United States. It is governed by a set of rules known as the official baseball rules, with variations in different leagues and levels of play. The sport also has a significant following internationally, with established professional leagues in various countries.
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