ball club
Americannoun
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a permanent team of professional or amateur players of a ball game, especially baseball.
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a club or similar organization that sponsors and promotes a baseball team.
Etymology
Origin of ball club
First recorded in 1825–35
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But I do think that at the end of the day, he’s very aware of our roster, strengths, weaknesses, and his value to the ball club, and whatever that means.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2026
“The Texas Rangers have long occupied a revered place in Texas history dating to the creation of the organization over 200 years ago,” the ball club said when the statue was announced.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 4, 2026
“The impact he’s had on our ball club is undeniable,” Rizzo said.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 7, 2024
“We didn’t start fast, we didn’t pick it up in the middle and we didn’t close strong. The Lions are a good ball club, but if we play like that we’ll lose every time.”
From Washington Times ● Oct. 16, 2023
You’re not fit to manage a ball club, and you wouldn’t dare assume the title as well as the authority; probably you know Collier wouldn’t stand for that.
From Lefty Locke Pitcher-Manager by Burt L. Standish
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