Backyard Baseball

About Backyard Baseball

Backyard Baseball brings the beloved late-90s sandlot sports classic to your web browser with no downloads required. Step up to the plate with a colorful cast of 30 unique neighborhood kids, each with their own strengths in batting, running, pitching, and fielding.

Build your dream squad in a full draft, or jump into a quick Pick-Up Game for instant action. For a deeper challenge, enter League Play, where you'll manage your team through a 14-game regular season and fight for the championship.

The game's timeless charm comes from its quirky characters and hidden stadium secrets. From the powerful Pablo Sanchez to the speedy Pete Wheeler, every player brings personality to the field. Discover special interactions like the dumpster home run at Cement Gardens or the slow sand at Sandy Flats.

Whether you're a returning fan or new to the series, Backyard Baseball delivers simple, pick-up-and-play fun with mouse-only controls. It's an accessible and nostalgic arcade sports experience for players of all ages.

How to Play Backyard Baseball

Start by choosing between a Pick-Up Game or League Play. In League Play, you'll draft a team of 9 players from 30 available characters, balancing their stats in batting, running, pitching, and fielding. Then play through a 14-game regular season and playoffs. In a Pick-Up Game, you can jump straight into a quick match. Use your mouse to navigate menus, aim pitches, swing the bat, throw, and select players.

Tips for Backyard Baseball

Draft Pablo Sanchez or Kiesha Phillips early—they have maximum offensive stats. At Cement Gardens, hitting the ball into the dumpster results in an automatic home run. Avoid relying on speedsters like Pete Wheeler at Sandy Flats because the deep sand slows all runners and fielders. Name your team the Green Monsters or use socks with red or white colors to trigger special baseball Easter eggs.