called strike
Example Sentences
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There was no question about the next pitch, an 87-mph slider for a called strike.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2025
He started No. 9 hitter Leody Tavares with a called strike but then walked him on four straight fastballs, the first high and the next three outside.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 27, 2023
With a World Series berth at stake, Harper took a called strike three in the third inning.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 23, 2023
Jansen started him out with a ball, then a called strike, then another ball.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2023
Believing this was the program, Newbert whipped over a beautiful straight ball for a called strike.
From Rival Pitchers of Oakdale by Scott, Morgan
