In-the-Park Home Run

Definition: When the batter hits the ball and rounds all bases to score without any fielding errors.

Requirements: Ball stays in play, score achieved through pure base running and skill.

Recording: Counts as a home run if no defensive errors occur.


Out-of-the-Park Home Run

Definition: Occurs when the batter hits the ball over the outfield fence in fair territory.

Requirements: Ball clears the field, guaranteeing the score without further play.

Recording: Always recorded as a home run, credited to hitting power alone.