wild throw

Example Sentences

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Stewart almost made the situation worse with a wild throw to second, but Dean Carpentier was thrown out trying to reach third on the poor throw to second.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

That gave the Dodgers a one-run lead that increased an inning later after Machado lazily uncorked a wild throw to first that led to another Dodgers run.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 6, 2024

Marcus Semien grounded out to the pitcher, with first baseman Ryan Mountcastle needing to make a diving snag of Rodriguez’s wild throw.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 8, 2023

Third base umpire and crew chief Jeff Nelson came to inspect the mound after the third wild throw.

From Washington Times • Sep. 11, 2023

He was willing to bet his last dollar on her loyalty, and it was like him to back his judgment in one wild throw.

From The Highgrader by Hutchison, D. C.