Baseball teams must provide a written batting order to the head umpire before a game. Violating this rule is known as hitting out of rotation. If a player bats out of order, the correct batter can replace them, but penalties may apply. The batting order is strategically important, with the strongest hitters going first. Batting […]
Batting cages are available for players of all levels to improve their hitting skills. They can be rented or installed at home and come in various sizes. Instructors are also available for lessons. UV treated netting is recommended for home installations. Batting cages are a great way for both small leaguers and pros to work […]
A batting average in baseball represents hits per official time at bat and is calculated by dividing the number of hits by the number of official at-bats. A batting average is used to measure the skill level of a hitter. The highest career batting average in Major League Baseball is .366 by Ty Cobb, and […]
A groove plane is a woodworking tool used to make grooves in wood for joints or gaps. It features a small, angled metal blade in a handle that can be adjusted for depth. Grooves can also be made with routers and chisels. The term “rabbet” comes from a French word meaning recess. Groove planes come […]
