tying run
Score to match
In baseball, the tying run is the baserunner or batter who represents the potential run that would tie the game.
Announcers track its position to convey tension: The tying run is at second with two outs.
When a team trails by three runs with bases loaded, the tying run is at first.
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- bases loadedAll three bases occupied
- two outsNearly retired the side
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