What is another word for sacrifice hit?

Pronunciation: [sˈakɹɪfˌa͡ɪs hˈɪt] (IPA)

A sacrifice hit in baseball is when a batter intentionally hits the ball to advance a runner, but is then thrown out at first base. There are several synonyms for this type of play, including sacrifice bunt, sacrifice fly, and suicide squeeze. A sacrifice bunt occurs when the batter attempts to bunt the ball softly to move a runner into scoring position. A sacrifice fly involves hitting a ball deep enough for a runner to tag up and score from third base. Finally, a suicide squeeze is when the batter bunts with the runner on third base breaking for home plate, in an attempt to score a run. All of these plays require selflessness and team-first mentality.

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