unearned run

noun

, Baseball.

1. a run scored as the result of defensive errors.

Example Sentences

As if on cue, the Dodgers scored five unearned runs in the top of the fifth inning, waking up the comatose Paradise crowd.

From Los Angeles Times

While King gave up just an unearned run in five innings, Knack ran out of gas in a four-inning, four-run outing; a concerning result for an unproven pitcher who likely will start in the postseason.

From Los Angeles Times

The Dodgers also committed three errors, paving the way for the Brewers to score four unearned runs, and their win streak was snapped at five.

From Los Angeles Times

Suarez left after surrendering two unearned runs on two hits, striking out five in 2 2/3 innings.

From Seattle Times

Cincinnati turned Suzuki’s second error of the season into four unearned runs in the second.

From Seattle Times