drib*bler
What Is The Definition Of Dribbler In Baseball?
1. A dribbler in baseball is a term used to describe a ball that is hit softly on the ground in the infield. This grounder barely gains any distance and tends to only gets a few bounces before it dies down.
Dribblers are not necessarily easy outs for the fielder. Since the ball is hit so lightly, if it is able to travel past the pitcher up the middle, then it becomes a difficult play for a middle infielder. Because the fielder must charge the ball to make a play, this usually gives the hitter enough time to run out an infield single.
Example Of How Dribbler Is Used In Commentary
1. With Chapman playing deep at third, Altuve is able to run out the single with that slow dribbler.
Sport The Term Is Used
1. Baseball
2. Softball