base runner
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a player in baseball who is on one of the bases
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Examples (10)
- The base runner slid safely into second base.
- With two outs, the opposing team's base runner was caught stealing.
- The pitcher threw a fastball, but the base runner was able to advance.
- A good base runner can often score from first on a double.
- The coach signaled for the base runner to attempt a steal.
- He was known as a speedy base runner, always a threat to steal.
- The umpire called the base runner out at home plate.
- The strategy was to get the base runner to third on a sacrifice bunt.
- Despite the throw, the base runner managed to reach first safely.
- The crowd roared as the base runner rounded third and headed for home.