in*field hit
What Is The Definition Of Infield Hit In Baseball?
1. An infield hit occurs when a ball that is hit into play does not leave the infield and the batter is safe. If there are runners on base and the ball is hit into the infield, but the baserunners and the batter are all safe, this is an infield hit as well.
However, if there is a runner on base and they are forced or tagged out, but the batter is safe, then it is not an infield hit. In addition, if there is an error on the play and everyone is ruled safe, then it is not an infield hit.
Example Of How Infield Hit Is Used In Commentary
1. Ichiro slaps a Baltimore chop over the head of the pitcher and beats the throw to first for an infield hit.
Sports The Term Is Used
1. Baseball
2. Softball