noun
clever play; smart baseball; inside baseball
Wasei-eigo baseball term for intelligent, strategic play that relies on tactics, positioning, and situational awareness rather than raw power. Often used in contrast to power baseball.
wasei-eigo (Japanese-coined English), from inside work
彼のインサイドワークがチームの勝利につながった。
His clever play led to the team's victory.
This team emphasizes smart baseball over power.