called strike
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The milestone came in the sixth inning on his 100th pitch of the night, a 1-and-2 slider to the Chicago White Sox’ Vinny Capra for a called strike.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2025
He started No. 9 hitter Leody Tavares with a called strike but then walked him on four straight fastballs, the first high and the next three outside.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 27, 2023
Jansen started him out with a ball, then a called strike, then another ball.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2023
Kapler was ejected by home plate umpire Chad Whitson for arguing a called strike on a high pitch to the outside corner against rookie outfielder Wade Meckler.
From Washington Times • Aug. 18, 2023
Burt never moved a muscle and the umpire called strike.
From The Redheaded Outfield by Grey, Zane
