base runner
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The average game time was 2 hours, 45 minutes — 27 minutes quicker than compared to 2022 opening day — and base runners were successful on 21 of 23 stolen base attempts across the sport.
From Seattle Times
“Taylor has already proven very capable of hitting right-handed pitchers in this league, and he can play all three of the outfield spots and is a pretty good base runner,” Dipoto said.
From Seattle Times
That torrid start was slowed only by a severe left-elbow strain suffered in a collision with a base runner while playing first base June 23.
From Seattle Times
Only twice did the Mariners put more than one base runner aboard in an inning, as McCullers walked two batters in the second, and three Seattle hitters reached in the ninth.
From Seattle Times
Outfielders were slow to chase after balls, and base runners pulled up early instead of trying to take the extra base.
From Washington Post
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