Definition of "base-running" [base-running]

• In base-ball, the act of running from base to base. (noun)

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

• "It was strange seeing an Angels game sans the first-to-third dashes, stolen bases or the aggressive base-running high jinks that usually drove the Yankees crazy."
• "Not only did they witness a remarkable feat of batting power, base-running speed, hitting prowess and great fortune, they avoided a four-game sweep with a huge 8-5 victory."
• "That Friday night, the Yankees blended their newfound base-running aggression with old standbys, good pitching and power hitting, to defeat the struggling Red Sox 9-5."