triple plays
Three outs simultaneously
A triple play is a rare baseball defensive play in which three outs are recorded on a single batted ball.
Most require a specific setup—typically runners on first and second with no outs—and involve quick throws between fielders.
An unassisted triple play, where one player records all three outs, is among baseball's rarest feats.
The shortstop turned a triple play to end the inning.
- force outCompel to leave
- unassistedWithout outside help
- outsMeans of escape
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triple playserrors
Unintentional deviations from correctness
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