General
rhubarb
What does rhubarb mean?
A heated argument or scuffle on the field, often involving multiple players and umpires.
"A close call at the plate touched off a real rhubarb."
Origin
From radio drama, where actors muttered 'rhubarb' to simulate an angry crowd; adopted by baseball broadcasters.
Frequently asked questions
What is a 'rhubarb' in baseball?
A rhubarb is a heated on-field argument or scuffle, often between players and umpires after a disputed call.
Why is a baseball argument called a rhubarb?
The term comes from radio drama, where background actors muttered 'rhubarb' repeatedly to fake the sound of an angry crowd; broadcasters carried it into baseball.
How do you use 'rhubarb' in a sentence?
You'd say something like 'A blown call at home plate started a real rhubarb between the two dugouts.'
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