breaking ball

Example Sentences

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Needing another weapon to complement his fastball and breaking ball, his college pitching coach suggested he attempt to add a splitter to his repertoire.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 30, 2025

“I’ve been able to land it for strikes the last couple of starts,” Glasnow said of his big breaking ball.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2024

Adell crushed a hanging breaking ball for a pinch-hit grand slam.

From Seattle Times • May 31, 2024

Marte said he was looking for a good pitch to hit and found it on a breaking ball down the middle.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 8, 2023

A’s manager Mark Kotsay complimented Boyle for attacking the zone and said his breaking ball could be a key finishing pitch.

From Washington Times • Sep. 18, 2023