Baseball

Baseball is a bat-and-ball sport played between two teams of nine players, who take turns batting and fielding. The batter attempts to hit a pitched ball and advance around four bases to score runs. The sport originated in 19th-century America and is deeply embedded in US culture - known as America's pastime. Major League Baseball (MLB) comprises 30 teams and culminates in the World Series, the sport's championship. Baseball is also hugely popular in Japan, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Legendary players include Babe Ruth, Willie Mays, Hank Aaron, and Derek Jeter. This sub-category tests knowledge of baseball rules, famous players and teams, historic moments, statistics, and the cultural significance of a sport that has shaped American identity for over a century.

This topic is part of Sports - use the arena and sports tools below, then practice with flashcards and quizzes.