breaking ball
Example Sentences
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His only other hiccup came in the third inning, when he hit Jason Matthews with a stray breaking ball on a full count.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 10, 2026
Needing another weapon to complement his fastball and breaking ball, his college pitching coach suggested he attempt to add a splitter to his repertoire.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2025
Dustin May struggles to find consistent command with his breaking ball, and Atlanta’s Austin Riley makes him pay as the Dodgers’ seven-game winning streak ends.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 5, 2025
He has good life on his low 90’s fastball, and advanced feel for locating his breaking ball and changeup.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 2, 2024
“The breaking ball was pretty good tonight, and he threw some pretty good change-ups, some swing-and-miss change-ups,” Kotsay said.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 17, 2023
