MLB Baseball Team Basics | Baseball teams form a small class

Historical Population Evolution | Historical Evolution

Early (19th century): Approximately 9-15 players per team, with a vague division of labor and players often taking on multiple positions

Early 19th Century: Teams had 9-15 players with flexible roles.

Modern MLB (2023 season): Official roster 26ers + extended roster (injury/special circumstances adjustable)

Modern MLB: 26 active players + expanded roster for injuries.

⚾️ Detailed explanation of player functions | Player Positions & Roles

1️⃣ Pitchers (12-14)

Starting Pitcher (SP): Dominates the start of the game and throws 5-6 innings per game

Starter: Begins games, pitches 5-6 innings.

Rescue Pitcher (RP): Comes on to hold the score when it matters most

Reliever: Secures leads in critical moments.

Closer: Finishes the game ❄️ in the last round

Closer: Finishes the game in final inning.

2️⃣ Catcher (1-2 people)

Full-court tactical brains! Receiving handball + directing defense

Team's strategist! Catches pitches & directs defense.

3️⃣ Infielders (4)

First Base/Second Base/Third Base/Shortstop: Intercept boccia + quick pass ♂️⚡

1B/2B/3B/SS: Stop ground balls & make fast throws.

4️⃣ Outfielders (3)

Left/Center/Right Outfield: Covers a wide area and flies 球️ high

LF/CF/RF: Catch fly balls in vast outfield.

5️⃣ Designated Strike DH (1 person)

Exclusive to Midland! Focus on hitting and not defending

AL Exclusive! Focuses only on hitting.

✨ Fun trivia | Fun Fact

In MLB games, all players can be involved in the offense! The defensive position ≠ the order of strikes~

Every player bats! Defensive positions ≠ batting order.

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