Five-tool
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Able to hit for a high batting average, hit for power, run the bases well, throw well, and field well. not-comparable
"Clark is likely to produce above-average power numbers. He's a premium athlete with all the attributes necessary to become a five-tool standout—six if you include his ability to promote the other five."
Example
More examples"Clark is likely to produce above-average power numbers. He's a premium athlete with all the attributes necessary to become a five-tool standout—six if you include his ability to promote the other five."
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