Category
page 1Catching statistics
Uncaught third strike
baseball term
caught stealing
baseball statistic
passed ball
baseball event resulting in offense advancement due to errant catching
pickoff
In baseball, a pickoff is an act by a pitcher or catcher, throwing a live ball to a fielder so that the fielder can tag out a baserunner who is either leading off or about to begin stealing the next base.
thumb|San Diego Padres pitcher [[Craig Stammen attempts to pickoff a baserunner]]
A pickoff attempt occurs when this throw is made in an attempt to make such an out or, more commonly, to "keep the runner close" by making it clear that the pitcher is aware and concerned with the runner's actions. A catcher may also attempt to throw runners out who likewise "stray too far" from their bases afte
interference
in baseball, illegally changing the course of play from what is expected