mound
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On the mound, starter Justin Wrobleski shut down a Rockies team that just scored a combined 13 runs on their two wins against the Dodgers.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
He finds a different sort of fulfillment on the mound than he does at the plate, and it shows in his demeanor.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
There is something magical about seeing Ohtani polish off his first inning on the mound, then immediately grab a bat and head to the plate without ever stopping in the dugout.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
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
He edged backwards -straight into the largest mound.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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