batting order
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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But the Dodgers offense didn’t muster a comeback, as the top of the batting order went down in order with two runners on.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
The Dodgers dropped outfielder Kyle Tucker to sixth in the lineup Friday, in a batting order Roberts said was designed to combat Atlanta Braves ace Chris Sale.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 8, 2026
“Sustainability comes way down the batting order behind factors like style, price and comfort,” said Neil Saunders, a managing director of research firm GlobalData.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 31, 2026
It is the only way to slow and apply pressure to their packed batting order.
From BBC ● Mar. 2, 2026
“George Bland is up next, according to the batting order you gave me.”
From Baseball Joe on the School Nine or, Pitching for the Blue Banner by Lester Chadwick
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