pinch runner
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of pinch runner
First recorded in 1960–65
Example Sentences
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But few players were swifter around the bases, and managers enlisted him as a pinch runner in close, late-innings games.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 7, 2026
Their best chance was in the second inning when a pinch runner tried to score from second on a ground ball off the glove of first baseman Trevor Sostman.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 25, 2024
After Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh singled with two outs and the bases empty, he was promptly replaced by Julio Rodriguez as a pinch runner.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 14, 2024
The Pirates then had freshman Jason Janesko come on as a pinch runner.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 17, 2024
Matt Olson was lifted for a pinch runner in the third inning after getting an RBI single in the first and walking in the third.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 29, 2023
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