GIDP

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GIDP
Stands forGrounded into double play
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GIDP stands for Grounded into double play, a baseball abbreviation.

Batting statistic for a ground ball that produces two outs on one play, usually with a runner on first. GIDP rally-killers are among a manager's biggest frustrations.

Example: With the bases loaded, he hit into a GIDP to end the threat.

Usage notes

Also written GDP. Albert Pujols holds the career record, and Jim Rice set the single-season mark of 36 in 1984. Slow right-handed hitters who hit the ball on the ground tend to lead the league.

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  • ERA – Earned run average
  • ERA+ – Adjusted ERA+
  • FIP – Fielding independent pitching
  • FPCT – Fielding percentage
  • GB – Games behind
  • H – Hits
  • HBP – Hit by pitch
  • HLD – Hold
  • HR – Home run
  • IBB – Intentional base on balls
  • IL – Injured list

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