the plate

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I won’t reveal the final result, but McGraw’s comment, when asked where he would position his outfielders when the Babe came to the plate, was prophetic.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Except catcher Brody Thompson of Alemany retrieved it off a short backstop, underhanded the ball to pitcher Ricky Gonzalez, who tagged out the runner at the plate to end the threat.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Stir in the remaining can of fire-roasted tomatoes, the chili beans and the seared steak along with any juices collected on the plate.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

Both home runs came off four-seams Kochanowicz left hanging too far over the center of the plate.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

A shimmering illusion of me appears, and she catches the plate of spaghetti in midair.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston