plate ap*pear*ance
What Is The Definition Of Plate Appearance In Baseball?
1. Any time that a batter comes to the plate for an at-bat, it is considered a plate appearance. It is also considered a plate appearance if a batter has an “unofficial at-bat”, or in other words, they’re not charged an at-bat. For example, if a batter is issued a walk or hits a sacrifice, that is still considered a plate appearance.
However, if a batter is at the plate when a baserunner is caught stealing or picked-off, then the batter will not be charged with a plate appearance. This is because that batter will then leadoff the next inning, when they will then be given a plate appearance.
Examples Of How Plate Appearance Is Used In Commentary
1. It’s been a quiet day at the plate today for Snow, as he’s had three plate appearances, going 0-1 with three walks.
Sports The Term Is Used
1. Baseball
2. Softball
Abbreviate As:
1. PA