In professional baseball, what is the term for when a pitcher throws a game where no opposing player reaches base?
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Perfect game
A perfect game is a rare feat, occurring only 24 times in MLB history as of 2023. All 27 batters must be retired in order without a hit, walk, or error.
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- In baseball, what term describes a game where the pitcher retires all 27 batters without anyone reaching base?