pinch hitter
Plural
pinch hitters
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a baseball player who replaces another batter at bat, often to provide a strategic advantage or in critical game situations
A pinch hitter is a player in baseball who is called in to bat in place of another player during an important moment in the game. This player is usually chosen because they are good at hitting and can help the team get a better chance to score. Pinch hitters are used when the team needs to make a big play, like when the game is close or the team needs a hit to stay in the game. They only bat for one turn, making their role very important in that situation.
- The pinch hitter's job is to be ready to contribute with a hit or a walk when needed.
- He's the team's best pinch hitter, known for delivering key hits late in games.
- The pinch hitter came off the bench and hit a single to drive in the winning run.
- The manager called for a pinch hitter to face the left-handed pitcher in the eighth inning.
- As a pinch hitter, he adjusts quickly to different pitchers and situations.