on deck

Example Sentences

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As spring progresses, the Dodgers will continue to dial them up with precaution, especially at the start of the season when more hands on deck are required because some pitchers are still building up their stamina.

From Los Angeles Times

“Here I was thinking, ‘Well, Ohtani’s on deck, so he doesn’t want to walk him.’

From Los Angeles Times

Batting ninth, with Shohei Ohtani on deck, Rojas stepped into the box with the goal of getting to first base.

From Los Angeles Times

"I want to enjoy tonight with my teammates but make no mistake we'll be all hands on deck," he said.

From Barron's

“I’m standing on stage next to our biggest stars on deck. I’m excited about that.”

From Los Angeles Times