unearned run

noun

Baseball.

1. a run scored as the result of defensive errors.

Example Sentences

Hernandez has given up one unearned run in 29 1/3 innings while going 6-0 with 58 strikeouts and three walks.

From Los Angeles Times

With two outs, Miguel Rojas booted a more routine grounder at second base, resulting in yet another error and unearned run.

From Los Angeles Times

Presumptive ace Blake Snell is shaky for a second consecutive start, allowing five unearned runs fueled by four walks, and what happens?

From Los Angeles Times

In five innings Tuesday, May gave up just a single unearned run and a solitary second-inning single as his only hit.

From Los Angeles Times

As if on cue, the Dodgers scored five unearned runs in the top of the fifth inning, waking up the comatose Paradise crowd.

From Los Angeles Times