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Scuffling first baseman Freddie Freeman also showed some life at the plate, collecting two hits.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 26, 2024

Scuffling closer Edwin Díaz gave up a two-out RBI single to Yadier Molina in the ninth, and Kolten Wong lofted a blooper toward the right field line.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 15, 2019

Scuffling at the plate, especially with runners in scoring position, the Orioles lost 5-0 to the New York Yankees on Wednesday.

From Washington Times • Jul. 20, 2016

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From Washington Post • Aug. 30, 2011

Scuffling about on his low wheeled platform, he had drawn this group of rough lads to him and made himself their commander.

From The Lost Prince by Burnett, Frances Hodgson