pinch-runner

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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

That game-changing speed was on display in just his second major league game when he was deployed as a ninth-inning pinch runner with a one-run deficit against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2025

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

Arraez was replaced by pinch runner Nick Fortes following his single in the eighth.

From Washington Times • Sep. 30, 2023

García left the game for a pinch runner after getting hit by a pitch on his left arm in the eighth.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 19, 2023