out*field fence
What Is The Definition Of Outfield Fence In Baseball?
1. The outfield fence on a baseball field marks the end of fair territory. The fence spans the width of the outfield, going from the left field foul pole to the right field foul pole. The distance that the fence is from home plate varies from park-to-park, but on average the wall is 330 feet from home plate in right and left field and 400 feet from centerfield.
A ball that is hit over the outfield fence, in fair territory, is a home run.
Examples Of How Outfield Fence Is Used In Commentary
1. Trout reaches the warning track and scales the outfield fence to rob the batter of a home run.
Sports The Term Is Used
1. Baseball
2. Softball
Also Known As:
1. Outfield Wall