General
can of corn
What does can of corn mean?
A high, lazy fly ball that is very easy for a fielder to catch.
"Nothing to worry about there, just a can of corn to left field."
Origin
19th-century American slang; likened to an old grocer tipping a can off a high shelf to catch it easily in an apron.
Frequently asked questions
What is a 'can of corn' in baseball?
A can of corn is a high, lazy fly ball that is very easy for an outfielder to catch.
Where does 'can of corn' come from?
It's 19th-century slang likened to an old grocer tipping a can off a high shelf and catching it easily in his apron.
Is a can of corn a good or bad thing for the fielder?
It's a routine, easy play — good for the defense because the catch is almost guaranteed.
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