These almost always happen with the #bases loaded. The catcher then throws to the first baseman (3) to force out the batter. 'Three up, three down.' 1-2-3 double play A double play in which the pitcher (1) fields a batted ball and throws home to the catcher (2), who retires a runner advancing from third. In the context of pitching, the number 1 is a common sign (and nickname) for the fastball.ġ-2-3 inning An inning in which a pitcher faces only three batters and none safely reaches a base.A shout of 'One!' indicates the ball should be thrown to first base.
