run batted in
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of run batted in
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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He helped bring the Blue Jays to the playoffs in 2020, 2022 and 2023 and struggled each time, going a combined 3-for-22 with just one run batted in.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2025
His most recent run batted in is nearly two weeks in the rearview.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 28, 2022
It was the first career run batted in for Rodriguez.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 17, 2022
Alvarez averaged roughly one run batted in per game, blasting 27 home runs in 83 games through Wednesday, with a 1.099 O.P.S.
From New York Times ● Sep. 27, 2019
Kemp had not had an extra-base hit or a run batted in since May 17.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 27, 2015
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