An RBI in baseball stands for "Run Batted In." It is a statistic credited to a batter when their plate appearance results in a run being scored, except in certain cases such as when the run scores due to an error or a double play. Common ways to earn an RBI include a hit that allows a teammate to score, a bases-loaded walk, or being hit by a pitch with the bases loaded. Even an out can result in an RBI if it leads to a run scoring, except in double plays
. RBIs are a key measure of a player's offensive contribution, reflecting how effectively they help their team score runs. The statistic has been officially recorded in Major League Baseball since 1920 and is part of the offensive "Triple Crown" along with home runs and batting average
. For example, if a batter hits a single and a runner on second base scores, the batter is credited with an RBI. Similarly, a home run automatically counts as at least one RBI for the batter, as they score themselves as well
. In summary, an RBI quantifies how many runs a player drives in through their batting efforts, highlighting their impact in producing runs for their team
