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Baseball vs. Softball Key Differences

1️⃣ Pitch Style

Baseball: Pitchers overhand throw the ball from high overhand over the shoulder ⚡️ with a fast speed and a straight trajectory!

Softball: Underhand Windmill Pitch ball with arc and slower tempo~

2️⃣ Field Size

Baseball: 90 feet (27.43 meters) pitch and oversized outfield! ️

Softball: Bases are spaced only 60 feet (18.29 m) apart and are more conspicuous with bright yellow balls

3️⃣ Game Time

MLB Baseball: 9 innings (no time limit). ⏳

Softball: 7 innings, usually 1-2 hours over ⏱️

⚾️MLB must-know rules

✅ HOME RUN:The ball flew out of the outfield guardrail→ hitter + runner all scored!

✅ STRIKEOUT:The batsman is out of the game directly after 3 swings/good shots → no hits! ❌

✅ STEALING BASE:The runner sprints at the moment of the pitcher's shot→ high risk and high reward!

✅ DOUBLE PLAY:The defender eliminated 2 players in a row → turned the tide in an instant!

Fun Fact：MLB pitchers can reach ball speeds of up to 100mph (160km/h)!

Beginner's tips and tricks

♂️ Batting Tips

Stance: Keep your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent → balance!

Eye on Ball: Start tracking from the pitcher's Release Point → judging the high!

Swing: Use your waist to exert power! ⚡️ Remember the mantra "Hips before Hands"

♀️ Base Running

Start time: Sprint immediately when you hear the "CRACK" sound of the bat!

Sliding: Slide sideways 1 meter from the base bag → avoid being Tag Out!

Defense

Ground Ball: "Body Behind the Glove" → gloves and body blocks the ball!

Passing Chain Relay: 1st base→ 2nd base→ 3rd base→ home plate, fast pass! (Baseball version of "Drumming and Passing Flowers")

Equipment Buyer's Guide

Glove: Finger length for baseball gloves, wider softball gloves (for catching large balls)

Bat: Baseballs can be made of wooden/metal, softballs must be ASA certified bats ✅

Gear: A must-have for batting helmet + leg guards! (Softball pitchers require a mask)

Pro Advice

Watch MLB Learn Tactics More! Recommend:

Yankees vs. Red Sox (Rivals)

Shohei Ohtani (Erdaoliu Shinsei Operation)

Remember: Baseball is a game of inches! Details determine success or failure~ ✨