starter

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The bottom of the first inning took so long that Dodgers starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto resorted to throwing a ball against the back of the dugout to stay warm.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

What’s clear is that Misiorowski is the hardest thrower at a time when pitchers throw harder than ever before, meaning he very well could be the hardest-throwing starter of all time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Josh Tongue elevated himself to a nailed-on starter with his hostility and ability to trouble the best players in the opposition.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

But viewed less as a dip starter and more as a flavor concentrate, its possibilities expand considerably.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Sammy wasn't a regular starter, but he could play anywhere in the infield.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson