noun
- Players on the offensive team who are on base or attempting to reach base in baseball or softball.
Usage: Plural form of baserunner; Used in baseball and softball contexts
Examples
- The baserunners advanced one base on the sacrifice fly.
- With two baserunners in scoring position, the batter stepped up to the plate.
- The pitcher tried to pick off the baserunners before throwing to the batter.
- Fast baserunners can put pressure on the opposing defense.
- The coach signaled the baserunners to steal on the next pitch.
- Three baserunners scored when the ball went over the left field wall.
- Good baserunners read the pitcher's movements carefully.