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What does it mean to choke up?

Retry Correct Incorrect Players can get better bat control, at the expense of power, if they grip their bat higher than usual. Some players do this as a matter of routine, but it’s typically done when they have two strikes against them.

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What does it mean to choke up?

• Bear down and play hard in the clutch
• Grip the bat handle higher
• Get into an argument with a teammate
• Fail in a pivotal moment