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brushback
What does brushback mean?
A pitch thrown intentionally close to a batter to 'brush him back' from crowding the plate.
"After two homers, the next hitter got a brushback to send a message."
Origin
American baseball; describes pushing the batter back off the plate.
Frequently asked questions
What is a brushback pitch?
It's an inside pitch thrown intentionally close to a batter to push him back off the plate.
Why do pitchers throw brushbacks?
To send a message and stop a hitter from crowding the plate or getting too comfortable in the box.
Is a brushback the same as chin music?
They're closely related; chin music is a brushback thrown up near the batter's head specifically.
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