batting

In baseball, batting refers to the act of a player trying to hit the pitched ball with a bat, aiming to get on base or advance other runners. The batter stands in the batter’s box and waits for the pitcher to throw the ball. The goal is to make solid contact, ideally sending the ball into play to reach a safe area or outfield, which can lead to scoring runs. Batting involves a combination of technique, timing, and strategy, and a successful batter must adjust to different pitches and situations to maximize their team’s chances of scoring.