What "switch hitter" means in baseball

In baseball, a switch hitter is a player who is able to bat from both the right and left-handed sides of the plate during the game. This enables the player to potentially have an advantage in batting against different pitchers, depending on their throwing arm. To be considered a switch hitter, a player must be able to bat proficiently from both sides, making the position highly sought after by coaches and managers.


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