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The Pythagorean Theorem and BaseballYou've just picked up a ground ball at first base, and you see the other team's player running towards third base. How far do you have to throw the ball to get it from first base to third base, and throw the runner out? Give me a hint. I'm ready to check my answer. Photo: Corbis-Bettmann. Andrew Wiles | Math's Hidden Woman | Pythagorean Puzzle Resources | Guide | Transcript | Proof Home Editor's Picks | Previous Sites | Join Us/E-mail | TV/Web Schedule About NOVA | Teachers | Site Map | Shop | Jobs | Search | To print PBS Online | NOVA Online | WGBH © | Updated November 2000 |