"Hitting for the cycle" in baseball means that a single batter hits a single, a double, a triple, and a home run all in the same game

. This achievement is rare and considered a significant feat because it requires a combination of power, speed, and skill to get all four types of hits in one game

. The hits do not have to occur in any particular order, though if they do happen in the sequence single, double, triple, home run, it is called a "natural cycle," which is even rarer

. This accomplishment is about as uncommon as a no-hitter and has occurred fewer than 400 times in Major League Baseball history since 1882

. It is celebrated as a notable milestone for hitters, akin to a no-hitter for pitchers, and is remembered as a highlight in a player's career