double play depth

noun

A shift in the defensive alignment of the infielders towards home plate when there is a baserunner on first base, to increase the possibility of getting a double play.

“The infield is at double play depth with one out and a man at first.”

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Meanings

noundouble play depth (uncountable)
  1. uncountableball gamesA shift in the defensive alignment of the infielders towards home plate when there is a baserunner on first base, to increase the possibility of getting a double play.

    The infield is at double play depth with one out and a man at first.

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APA

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MLA

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Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “double play depth,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/double%20play%20depth.

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