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  • How to Calculate Strike Rates

    Cricket is a game that originated in Britain long ago. The Stickie Wicket Web site reports that the first game recorded was played in 1550. Cricket is a game where players are pitched a ball to hit. After hitting the ball, batters score runs by moving back and forth between wooden posts. A batter's efficiency is denoted by strike rate. A strike rate is the average number of runs a batter earns for every 100 balls he is thrown. A bowler's efficiency is measured by bowling strike rate, which is an average for how many balls a bowler bowls for…

  • Definition of a Baseball Pennant Race

    A baseball pennant race is the competition for a baseball title within the American and National Leagues of Major League Baseball. The term came about due to the fact that the winning club is allowed to fly a pennant at its stadium.

  • Definition of a Homerun in Baseball

    Learn about a homerun and how to make one with expert tips and advice on baseball rules and basics in this free online baseball video clip.

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