What’s a cleaning beater?

The cleanout hitter in baseball is a player with the power to hit doubles, triples, and home runs with runners on base. They bat fourth and are chosen for their offensive strengths. Pitchers may intentionally walk or work extra hard to force hits. The clean hitter benefits from baseball math and can deliver a demoralizing […]

What’s a Rotary Beater?

The rotary beater, invented in the 19th century, is a hand-held kitchen tool used to mix and fluff ingredients. It has been largely replaced by electric alternatives but is still a useful and inexpensive tool. The original version had a crank and gear, while an improved version had two whips rotating in opposite directions. It […]

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