mound

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Brayden Krakowski gave the Braves three innings of scoreless relief, giving closer Jack Champlin time off from the mound and making him available for the final two games, if needed.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

The former broker said ants could also be harvested by gently disturbing the mound and collecting them as they tried to escape.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

The South Americans took the lead in the top of the third as US starter Nolan McLean struggled for command from the mound.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

On Monday, at the conclusion of a round of batting practice, Harper tossed his bat toward an empty pitcher’s mound.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

Håkon arched his back, and a mound of earth rose up, then split apart.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack