General
ducks on the pond
What does ducks on the pond mean?
Baserunners occupying the bases, especially two or three, presenting scoring chances.
"Bases loaded, ducks on the pond, and the cleanup hitter at the plate."
Origin
American baseball slang popularized by broadcaster Arch McDonald; runners are the 'ducks.'
Frequently asked questions
What does 'ducks on the pond' mean in baseball?
It means there are baserunners on base, usually two or three, giving the batting team a good chance to score.
Where does 'ducks on the pond' come from?
It was popularized by American baseball broadcaster Arch McDonald, who likened runners sitting on the bases to ducks floating on a pond.
How do you use 'ducks on the pond' in a sentence?
Announcers use it to describe a scoring opportunity, e.g. 'The bases are loaded, ducks on the pond, and the big bat is up.'
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