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platinum sombrero
What does platinum sombrero mean?
A batter's ignominious feat of striking out five times in one game; also called the 'Olympic rings.'
"A platinum sombrero is one of the worst days a hitter can have."
Origin
American baseball slang extending the golden sombrero; 'Olympic rings' coined by pitcher Bill Scherrer.
Frequently asked questions
What is a platinum sombrero in baseball?
It's the feat of a batter striking out five times in a single game, one step worse than a golden sombrero.
What are the Olympic rings in baseball?
It's another name for a platinum sombrero, five strikeouts in a game, coined by pitcher Bill Scherrer.
How rare is a platinum sombrero?
It's rare, since a hitter usually needs extra innings or plate appearances to strike out five times in one game.
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