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knuckleballer

[nuhk-uhl-baw-ler] / ˈnʌk əlˌbɔ lər /


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Knuckleballer Steven Wright and closer Craig Kimbrel were selected for the pitching staff.

From Time • Jul. 5, 2016

Knuckleballer Steven Wright struggled with his grip in the soggy conditions but credited the Astros with capitalizing on their opportunities.

From Washington Times • May 14, 2016

Knuckleballer Tim Wakefield was scheduled to start Tuesday, but will probably go Sunday instead, Francona said.

From Seattle Times • May 18, 2011

Notes: Knuckleballer Charlie Haeger will return from the disabled list to start Thursday’s series finale for the Dodgers, manager Joe Torre confirmed.

From Newsweek • Jun. 24, 2010

The opposing pitcher, 34-year-old Knuckleballer Dutch Leonard hadn't beaten the Tigers in three years.

From Time Magazine Archive




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