noun
General Slang
bandbox
BAND-boks · noun · slang
A small ballpark that favors hitters.
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A ballpark with short outfield dimensions where home runs come easily.
“That bandbox turns routine flies into home runs.”
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bandbox In A Sentence
That bandbox turns routine flies into home runs.
Origin & Usage
American baseball slang; a bandbox was a small, flimsy box, evoking a cramped park.
People Also Ask
What is a 'bandbox' in baseball?
A bandbox is a small ballpark with short outfield dimensions where fly balls easily become home runs, favoring hitters.
Why is a small ballpark called a 'bandbox'?
A bandbox was originally a small, flimsy cardboard box for hats or collars, and the name evokes a cramped, undersized playing field.
Is playing in a bandbox good for hitters?
Yes, the short fences inflate offensive numbers and turn routine fly balls into homers, which benefits batters over pitchers.
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