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What is an SHP?

In baseball, SHP  refers to a  Switch-handed Pitcher  - a pitcher who can throw well with both arms. Commonly known as a Switch Pitcher or Ambidextrous Pitcher. Rarely known as Double Handed Pitcher or Two-way Pitcher. Shorthand: SHP or BPH or RHP/LHP Ever heard of a BHP ( both - handed pitcher )? Top 5 Most Underrated Prospects - Pat Venditte 1. Pat Venditte, SHP, New York Yankees (AAA) No, that is not a typo, and no you did not read that wrong. The New York Yankees, have a Switch-handed relief pitcher, in their system. ( MLB Prospects Blog ) ...