Which is NOT one of the three types of hit balls to catch in the field?

• A. Grounder
• B. Strikeout
• C. Pop-up
• D. Line-drive

Answer: (B)

In fielding, players prepare to catch specific kinds of batted balls that can be hit into play: grounders, pop-ups, and line-drives. A grounder stays on the ground and requires quick fielding and a accurate throw. A pop-up is a high-arcing fly ball that’s typically catchable by an infielder or outfielder. A line-drive is a fast, straight ball through the infield or outfield that can be caught if a fielder tracks it quickly. A strikeout is not a ball put in play; it occurs after three strikes and involves the pitcher and catcher rather than fielding a ball. Since the question asks which is not one of the catchable hit balls, strikeout is the correct choice.