loaded bases
Every bag occupied
In baseball, loaded bases means runners occupy first, second, and third base simultaneously, creating maximum scoring potential.
The next hit could drive in multiple runs; a walk forces in a run automatically.
The situation creates pressure for both pitcher and batter: He stepped up to the plate with the bases loaded.
- grand slamWinning every trick
- full countMaximum balls and strikes
- home runFull-circuit scoring hit
- RBIRuns driven home stat
- clutchMechanism linking engine to gearbox
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