caught stealing
1 of 1noun/ˈkɔ:t sti:.lɪng/
Forms:caught stealings
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(baseball) a baserunner being tagged out while attempting to steal a base
Caught stealing in baseball or softball occurs when a runner tries to steal a base but is tagged out by the defensive team before reaching the base. This typically happens when the runner attempts to move to the next base while the pitcher is delivering the ball, and the catcher or another fielder throws the ball to the base in time to tag the runner out. Being caught stealing is an out for the offensive team and ends the runner's attempt to advance. It is a risky play that relies on timing and quickness.
- The catcher made a perfect throw to get the runner and recorded a caught stealing.
- His attempt to steal second ended in a caught stealing after a quick tag by the shortstop.
- The pitcher's pick-off move resulted in a crucial caught stealing at first base.
- The speedy runner was hesitant to attempt a steal after witnessing several caught stealings earlier in the game.
- The baserunner's aggressive attempt led to a caught stealing, ending the inning.