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

Then, after a called strike on a fastball at the knees evened the count 2-and-2, catcher Will Smith dialed up another curveball from Yamamoto.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 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

Believing this was the program, Newbert whipped over a beautiful straight ball for a called strike.

From Rival Pitchers of Oakdale by Scott, Morgan