Do You Know Enough Baseball Slang To Pass This Quiz?

Nadine Blanco|Discovery|24 May 2024

What does it mean to be “on the ropes”?

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Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim v Oakland Athletics
Retry Correct Incorrect A pitcher is on the ropes when he starts losing command of the game because he is tiring out. A relief pitcher begins warming up in the bullpen before the pitcher before him is retired from the game.
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Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images

What does it mean to be “on the ropes”?

  • When a pitcher is warming up
  • When a pitcher is losing command of the game
  • When a player is caught in between bases
  • When a play is under review
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