Baseball

Baseball is a bat-and-ball sport played between two teams, typically consisting of nine players each. The game is played on a diamond-shaped field, with a central pitcher's mound and four bases arranged in a square. The objective is for the batting team to score runs by hitting a ball thrown by the opposing team's pitcher and then running around the bases to return to home plate. The fielding team aims to prevent runs by getting batters or runners "out" through various means, such as striking them out, catching balls in the air, or tagging players with the ball. Baseball is characterized by its distinct structure, including innings in which each team has a turn to bat and a turn to field. The sport has a rich history, significant cultural importance, and is considered America’s pastime, though it has a global following. The game also features a range of strategies, statistics, and plays, contributing to its complexity and appeal.