designated hitter

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Another veteran newcomer, the left-handed-hitting Tommy La Stella, batted eighth as the designated hitter, a spot the Mariners plan to use as a rotation going forward.

From Seattle Times

Ohtani is scheduled to start — at pitcher and designated hitter — for the Angels on Thursday, when they open the season at Oakland.

From Los Angeles Times

The Dodgers roster feels so patchwork and unsteady, one of the most stabilizing forces could be new designated hitter J.D.

From Los Angeles Times

There are games, Servais said, where both catchers will likely be in the lineup together, with Murphy behind the plate and Raleigh as the designated hitter.

From Seattle Times

Moore has yet to play in a game while La Stella’s right shoulder inflammation hasn’t allowed him to play any positions other designated hitter.

From Seattle Times