If you’ve ever watched a baseball game, you’ve probably heard the term “ground rules” thrown around. These are the unique regulations that apply to each ballpark, dictating how certain situations are handled during a game.
While Major League Baseball (MLB) has a set of universal ground rules, individual ballparks can implement additional rules to accommodate their unique features.
Take Fenway Park, for example. This iconic stadium has a special ground rule for balls that hit the top of the ladder on the Green Monster and go out of play, awarding the batter a ground rule double.
Understanding these ground rules can enhance your appreciation of the game, making every unexpected bounce or quirky play all the more exciting.