American hit-or-pitch

A sport very similar to baseball. American hit-or-pitch borrowed the concept of offensive only and defensive only players from football, but limited the switch to only one position.

The offensive only player is called the "Designated Hitter." Generally the pitcher is the defensive only player (hence the name hit-or-pitch.

The professional American hit-or-pitch league is called the American League.

Managers don't pinch hit as frequently in American hit-or-pitch as they do in baseball.

by KramerKnowsEverything June 30, 2014