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What does at the letters mean?

Retry Correct Incorrect A high pitch, one that’s below head height but above the stomach, is often said to be “at the letters.” That’s because the lettering on most baseball uniforms is across the chest.

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What does at the letters mean?

• A pitch thrown chest-high
• A line drive off the outfield wall
• A ball that bounces high
• A ball caught against the chest