Baseball for beginners: A glossary

Toronto Blue Jays' starting pitcher Mark Buehrle throws against the Tampa Bay Rays during American League action in Toronto on Sept. 27, 2015. (Frank Gunn / The Canadian Press)

The Blue Jays are in the playoffs for the first time in 22 years, drawing the attention of long-time fans, as well as newcomers, who hope to see Toronto make a post-season run to the World Series. For those who just jumping on the baseball bandwagon now, here’s a roundup of unique baseball rules and plays to get you in the know.

Pitching

Offence

Defence

Base Running

Miscellaneous

Even with a glossary, baseball can be difficult to understand for first-time viewers. So if you’re ever having trouble following along, just enjoy plays like this one and root for the Blue Jays!