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What is a plate in baseball?

Anonymous

∙ 10y ago

Updated: 9/27/2023

there are 3 bases and 1 plate (at home), the bases, are how you determine if a runner is safe or out. home plate is designed and shaped so it is used to determine balls and strikes as well as determine where the foul lines start

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∙ 14y ago

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How many sides does the baseball plate have?

A baseball plate has five sides.

Can you touch home plate with your hand in baseball?

Yes, in baseball, a player can touch home plate with their hand to score a run.

What was the shape of home plate in early baseball history?

Early professional baseball did not have the home plate we are used to seeing today. In its early years, home plate was a diamond shape.

If the baseball hits the plate what is the call?

an out

Where is the Catcher in Baseball?

Behind Home Plate.

Is home plate in baseball a base?

Yes

Can you force out a runner at home plate in baseball"?

Yes, a runner can be forced out at home plate in baseball if they are the baserunner closest to home and a defensive player with the ball touches home plate before the runner reaches it.

In baseball what shape is home plate?

Square. And home plate is a pentagon.

What is the distance between home plate and the pitcher plate in baseball?

60 feet 6 inches

What is the equipment of baseball?

Equipment needed to play baseball: baseball baseball bat baseball glove home plate three bases

IN baseball who is behind the catcher?

The Home Plate Umpire...

Is the home plate in baseball level with the field?

Yes.