{"id":19010,"date":"2024-01-02T13:41:02","date_gmt":"2024-01-02T11:41:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/?p=19010"},"modified":"2025-05-31T11:18:09","modified_gmt":"2025-05-31T09:18:09","slug":"baseball","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/useful\/articles\/baseball\/","title":{"rendered":"Know the game: what smart fans need to know about Baseball"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"19010\" class=\"elementor elementor-19010\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5d7efb58 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5d7efb58\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-32d40bf6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"32d40bf6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\"><nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><\/p><\/nav><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e4750ba e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1e4750ba\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a047e75 ddddf e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a047e75\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-20c9d99a elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"20c9d99a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Learn baseball rules, stats, and strategy to bet smarter. A fan\u2019s guide to understanding the game and spotting real value in baseball betting markets.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-18b94166 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"18b94166\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-13e8adb2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"13e8adb2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2240\" height=\"1260\" src=\"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-19014\" alt=\"Know the game: what smart fans need to know about baseball\" srcset=\"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball.png 2240w, https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball-2048x1152.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2240px) 100vw, 2240px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-19d502c4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"19d502c4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-175f64b5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"175f64b5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1><b>Know the game: what smart fans need to know about Baseball<\/b><\/h1><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you grew up in Europe, baseball was rarely played.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead, you were introduced to cricket, softball or the English game of rounders. Baseball has always been considered America\u2019s game. It is often called the national pastime and the national game, reflecting its deep cultural roots and significance in the United States.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Historically, the sport was originally known as &#8216;base ball,&#8217; and its early forms, sometimes referred to as &#8216;time baseball&#8217; or &#8216;Old Time Baseball,&#8217; played a key role in shaping its development and cultural importance as America&#8217;s pastime.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, baseball has an immense global following, particularly in Asia and Latin America \u2013 it\u2019s time to get to grips with this game. Baseball is also a widely played sport worldwide, with professional leagues and international competitions highlighting its global popularity.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Basic rules of baseball<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A baseball game is played between two teams of nine players each, taking turns to both bat and field. The fielding team is referred to as the defensive team with the batting team known as the offensive team. During each half inning, one team is on offense while the other team is on defense.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The batter stands behind a base known as the home plate, where the fielding team\u2019s pitcher, pitches the ball to the catcher standing behind the home plate. The batter must attempt to hit the ball and not let the catcher \u201ccatch\u201d it.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the batter manages to strike the ball, the batter runner may run around as many bases as possible before the fielding team collects and returns the ball. A \u201crun\u201d is scored when a player on the offensive team runs around all three bases and returns to the home plate. The main objective is to score runs.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each inning is divided into a first half (top) and second half (bottom), with the visiting team batting in the first half and the home team batting in the second half. An inning ends after three outs are recorded against the batting team.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some players can strike the ball so hard that it goes far, enabling them to run around all three bases and back to home plate in one attempt. This is called a \u201chome run.\u201d In close games, the winning run can be the decisive run that secures a team&#8217;s victory.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The defensive team attempts to get batters or base runners out, either by throwing the ball to a particular base to run out a base runner or by catching the ball that has been caught in the air, like<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sportsbet.io\/bitcoin-sportsbetting\/bitcoin-casino-news\/a-geeks-guide-to-cricket\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cricket<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A batting innings is completed once both opposing teams have batted. A typical baseball game is played over nine innings, with each team alternating between offence and defence.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Baseball Playing Area<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The area where a baseball game takes place is called the playing field. A Baseball playing area is called a diamond because of its shape &#8211; with both an infield (within the diamond) and an outfield extending outside the diamond all the way to the boundary.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fair territory is the area within the foul lines where most play occurs, while foul territory lies outside these lines and can affect gameplay. The outfield is bordered by the outfield fence, which marks the field\u2019s boundary; a ball hit over the fence without touching the ground results in a home run.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The pitcher&#8217;s mound is the raised area in the middle of the infield where the pitcher stands to deliver pitches to the batter.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The strike zone, located over home plate, determines whether a pitch is called a ball or a strike.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Baseball fielding and bases<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fielding team aims to prevent runs being scored from direct hits or batters running around the bases. Each fielder has specific duties:<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>pitcher<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> pitches the ball to the offensive team\u2019s batter from a plate within the diamond. Once pitched and the ball is struck, the pitcher becomes another fielder attempting to run out base runners, usually at those trying to advance to first base. After a batted ball, fielders attempt to make plays such as catching a fly ball or fielding a line drive, depending on how the ball is hit.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>catcher<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is located behind the home plate where they kneel or squat in preparation for returning the ball to the pitcher if the batter fails to strike the ball.<\/span><\/p><p><b>First base<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is typically very demanding, as several balls are thrown to it in an attempt to run out batters. First base also guards the right side of the infield and may be involved in double-play situations, where two outs are made in one continuous play.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>second base<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> player, alongside first base, guards the right side of the infield and attempts to catch balls hit in the air or on the ground. Second base also catches throws made to it to run out base runners and often participates in double plays.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>shortstops<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> place themselves between second and third base and attempt to stop or catch any ball hit towards left field or throw to second or third base. The shortstop is also key in turning double plays and fielding line drives.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>third base<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> player guards the area near third base and usually catches throws made to third. This player needs good reflexes (the ball is often hit hard in their direction) and a good throwing arm since it\u2019s a long throw from third to first base.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On offence, strategies such as the sacrifice bunt are used to advance runners, even if it results in the batter being out at first. Players can also advance bases through stolen bases, showcasing their speed and base-running skills. Player performance is often measured by statistics like batting average, which tracks a batter&#8217;s success at getting hits.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Batting and pitching in baseball<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A pitched ball is either described as a \u201cstrike\u201d or \u201cball\u201d by the umpire, based on the umpire&#8217;s judgment of whether the pitch passes through the strike zone. The strike zone is the area over home plate between the batter\u2019s knees and batter&#8217;s shoulders. A strike is where a pitched ball is aimed at the batter, no lower than their knees or higher than their batter&#8217;s shoulders. Anything else is known as a ball.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A strike is called if a pitch is legitimate and the batter swings and misses, or fails to swing at all. If three strikes are called against the batting player without them having hit the ball, they are \u201cstruck out.\u201d<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternatively, if a pitcher pitches four \u201cballs\u201d, then the batter is permitted to proceed to first base without needing to hit the ball. The fielding team hopes that the pitcher does not do this often as placing batters onto a base as base runners are likely to lead to them scoring more runs.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The starting pitcher is the player who begins the game pitching for their team. The pitcher\u2019s role is to throw the batter off or make them strike the ball so that it can be caught or collected easily to reduce the likelihood of runs being conceded. Innings pitched is a key statistic for evaluating a pitcher\u2019s workload and effectiveness. When analysing pitching statistics, metrics such as wins divided are used to calculate a pitcher\u2019s win\/loss percentage and assess their contribution to the team\u2019s success.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Major League Baseball<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Within the US, Major League Baseball (MLB) is one of the major leagues in professional baseball, divided into two leagues,<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/mlb.mlb.com\/team\/index.jsp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the National League (NL) and American League (AL)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Each league is divided into three divisions, East, Central and West.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Major league professional teams are known for their distinctive stadiums and traditions, which reflect their unique histories and local identities.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A typical baseball team roster includes several starting pitchers and other key positions. Teams also focus on developing top prospects, who are viewed as future stars and essential to long-term success.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The season is structured around scheduled games, with game time referring to both the duration and timing of each matchup.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>American League:<\/b><\/h3><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">East: Baltimore, Boston, Toronto, NY Yankees, Tampa Bay<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Central: Cleveland, Detroit, Kansas City, Minnesota, Chicago White Sox<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">West: Oakland, Seattle, Texas, Houston, LA Angels<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3><b>National League:<\/b><\/h3><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">East: Miami, Philadelphia, NY Mets, Washington, Atlanta<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Central: Chi Cubs, Milwaukee, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">West: San Diego, Colorado, Arizona, LA Dodgers, San Francisco<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teams play the other clubs in their division, and this is known as the season. It lasts around 26 weeks and culminates in late September or early October. Then, the postseason begins, with the top teams from their leagues playing each other in playoffs to decide the division winners.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The structure is as follows:<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The team that wins the most games during the season will win their division.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The two next-best ranked teams by win percentage play each other in a single-game elimination.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The winner of that game then plays the division champion with the most wins.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The two other division champions play each other in a five-game series.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, the two winning teams play each other in a best-of-seven series for the league championship \u2013 called a pennant.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The two pennant winners contest the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldseries.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">World Series<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a best-of-seven series which results in a World Series Champion.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>The baseball World Series<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The World Series is the annual championship series of MLB in North America, contested between the American League champion team and the National League champion team since 1903. The Red Sox, New York Yankees, and Atlanta Braves are among the most successful and historic teams in World Series history, each contributing to the event\u2019s legacy.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York has played a key role in baseball\u2019s development and is home to iconic teams like the New York Yankees, whose achievements have shaped the sport\u2019s cultural identity. The Yankees, in particular, are recognised as a symbol of urban success and have a massive fan base.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recent World Series have featured standout performances from players such as Ronald Acu\u00f1a Jr., who made a remarkable return from injury with a memorable home run and key runs scored, Rafael Devers, whose offensive power has been crucial for the Red Sox, and Juan Soto, known for his impact at the plate and ability to generate runs scored for his team. Notably, Ronald Acu\u00f1a Jr. hit a home run on the first pitch he saw after returning from injury, underscoring the significance of his comeback.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Historically, the National Association served as an early governing body that contributed to the development and structure of professional baseball, paving the way for the modern World Series.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The winner of the World Series championship is decided through a best-of-seven playoff, and the winning team is awarded the highly coveted<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dnainfo.com\/chicago\/20161105\/wrigleyville\/commissioners-trophy-chicago-cubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commissioner\u2019s Trophy.<\/span><\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the series is usually played in October (and occasionally November), during the fall season in North America, it is sometimes referred to as the \u201cFall Classic.\u201d<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Statistics and analysis: making sense of the numbers<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the world of major league baseball, numbers are more than just figures on a scoreboard\u2014they\u2019re the language that connects baseball fans, teams, and players across generations. From the earliest days of professional baseball to the latest edition of the World Series, statistics have shaped how the game is played, managed, and enjoyed.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baseball is a game played over nine innings, and every pitch, swing, and catch is recorded. Key statistics like batting average reveal how often a player gets a hit, while innings pitched measure a pitcher\u2019s stamina and reliability. Earned run average (ERA) is a crucial stat for evaluating how well a pitcher prevents the other team from scoring runs. These numbers help fans and teams alike understand who\u2019s excelling and where improvements are needed.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In recent years, the rise of advanced analytics\u2014often called sabermetrics\u2014has revolutionised professional baseball. Teams now use complex data to gain a competitive edge, from predicting a batter\u2019s likelihood to hit a fair ball to optimising defensive shifts.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The drama of the ninth inning often comes down to a single pitch or a crucial at-bat, with the strike zone and the umpire\u2019s judgment under the microscope. Players like Ronald Acu\u00f1a Jr. and Juan Soto have become stars not just for their highlight-reel moments, but for their consistently impressive numbers\u2014high batting averages, clutch home runs, and the ability to score runs when it matters most.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For baseball fans, diving into the stats adds a new layer of excitement to every game.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re following the New York Yankees, cheering for the Los Angeles Dodgers, or tracking the latest top prospects, understanding the numbers helps you appreciate the strategy and skill behind every play.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In today\u2019s major leagues, statistics and analysis aren\u2019t just tools\u2014they\u2019re essential to the way the game is played, watched, and loved around the world.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>How to bet on baseball: know the game<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this guide to baseball, you should have enough to get started watching and betting on your first baseball match. There is more to baseball than in this article, but if you master these basics, you can follow this tactical game with its growing global popularity.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you understand the fundamentals of baseball\u2014from innings and strike zones to bullpen tactics and batting orders\u2014you\u2019re better equipped to follow the game with precision and purpose.<\/span><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/speculation\/sports-betting\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baseball betting<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> lets you wager on match winners, total runs, innings results, run lines, or even specific player performances. You can back the home run hero, bet on a low-scoring pitchers\u2019 duel, or predict an underdog upset at long<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/investments\/sports-betting\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">betting odds<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like <\/span><b>9\/1<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Baseball\u2019s slower pace rewards patient bettors who understand its rhythm and data-rich nature.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smart fans look beyond the box score.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They analyse pitching matchups, current form, bullpen fatigue, batting averages, and fielding errors. Understanding when a manager will likely pull a starter or play aggressively can influence when and how you <\/span><b>place bets<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re new to betting on baseball, explore trusted<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/useful\/articles\/best-betting-tipsters\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">betting tipsters<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who specialise in MLB or international leagues. For advanced users,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/useful\/articles\/best-arbitrage-software-betting-platforms\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">arbitrage betting software<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help identify price discrepancies and maximise value across bookmakers.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re tracking a pennant race or just betting on a single game, knowing the sport\u2019s structure, strategy, and nuance gives you an edge.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baseball isn\u2019t just hits and home runs\u2014it\u2019s a tactical contest of timing, statistics, and situational awareness.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-adf47ca e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"adf47ca\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn baseball rules, stats, and strategy to bet smarter. A fan\u2019s guide to understanding the game and spotting real value in baseball betting markets.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":19014,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[21],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-19010","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-articles"],"acf":[],"blog_post_layout_featured_media_urls":{"thumbnail":["https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball-150x150.png",150,150,true],"full":["https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball.png",2240,1260,false]},"categories_names":{"21":{"name":"Articles","link":"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/category\/useful\/articles\/"}},"tags_names":[],"comments_number":"0","rttpg_featured_image_url":{"full":["https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball.png",2240,1260,false],"landscape":["https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball.png",2240,1260,false],"portraits":["https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball.png",2240,1260,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball-150x150.png",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball-300x169.png",300,169,true],"large":["https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball-1024x576.png",800,450,true],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball-1536x864.png",1536,864,true],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Know-the-game-baseball-2048x1152.png",2048,1152,true]},"rttpg_author":{"display_name":"David Bailey","author_link":"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/author\/davidbailey\/"},"rttpg_comment":0,"rttpg_category":"<a href=\"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/category\/useful\/articles\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Articles<\/a>","rttpg_excerpt":"Learn baseball rules, stats, and strategy to bet smarter. A fan\u2019s guide to understanding the game and spotting real value in baseball betting markets.","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19010","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19010"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19010\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/19014"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19010"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=19010"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moneyhub.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=19010"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}