General
snow cone
What does snow cone mean?
A catch made high in the webbing so the ball protrudes from the top of the glove like a scoop of ice on a cone.
"He made a snow cone grab at the wall to rob a double."
Origin
American baseball slang from the ball's resemblance to a snow cone poking out of the glove.
Frequently asked questions
What is a 'snow cone' catch in baseball?
It's a catch made high in the glove's webbing so the ball sticks out of the top, resembling a scoop of ice on a snow cone.
Why is it called a 'snow cone' in baseball?
The white ball poking out of the top of the glove looks like the rounded scoop of shaved ice on a snow cone.
Is a snow cone catch still an out?
Yes, as long as the fielder maintains control of the ball it counts as a legal catch, even if it's barely held in the webbing.
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