(Major League Baseball Association, $14.99, released April 26)

Sure, “At Bat” actually costs money compared to the NHL and NBA applications. However, keep in mind that the MLB season isn’t even midway through yet. That means there are a lot of games and stats to cover. So, if you love a good run around the bases, you’ll get your money’s worth here. “At Bat” tracks real-time statistics (with a cool little interface), pitch speed and type, and in-game highlights and radio broadcasts, so it almost feels like you’re in the bleachers. And if you’re a subscriber to MLB.TV, you can catch games simultaneously for viewing on your iPad (unless they’re blacked out – those rules still apply). Best of all, you can take it anywhere, so you’re not stuck buying $6 hot dogs and beer. Sit back and enjoy it in your favorite bar.

For the Love of the Game: Best iPad Sports Applications