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What Is The Definition Of Pitchout In Baseball?
1. This is an intentional pitch that is thrown out of the strike zone, usually high and outside, in order to prevent a baserunner from stealing a base or to stop a hit and run. The ball tends to be thrown high and outside because it is not only prevent the batter from hitting it, but it’s also a good place for the catcher to receive the ball and quickly throw it to the base the runner is attempting to steal.
Examples Of How Pitchout Is Used In Commentary
1. The catcher receives the pitchout then fires the ball down to second to get the baserunner out that’s trying to steal.
Sport The Term Is Used
1. Baseball