reliever
Example Sentences
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But Roberts stressed the importance of still carrying relievers who can throw multiple innings as the starters continue to build up early in the season.
From Los Angeles Times
But Harper's salvo proved to be in vain as Venezuela regained the lead in the ninth inning, punishing a shaky performance from US reliever Garrett Whitlock to clinch victory.
From Barron's
Meanwhile, New York Yankees reliever David Bednar’s status is unknown as well after he threw 44 pitches over the same span.
Gunnar Henderson and Roman Anthony each hit solo home runs in the fourth inning, and five relievers shut out the Dominican over the final 4⅔ innings.
From Los Angeles Times
Until Skenes and a combination of five relievers shut them down, the Dominicans had looked all but unstoppable.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
