BLEACHERS, an American term given to the uncovered benches surrounding the outfield of a baseball diamond. The name probably originated in the fact that the seats are not protected from the sun, with the result that their occupants literally go through a bleaching process while watching a baseball game. Despite their inconveniences the bleachers are popular with the baseball fans. They are cheaper than the more sheltered seats of the boxes and covered stands, and this fact compensates for the heat and sun-burn which invariably go with them.