hurler

Example Sentences

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The current version of the Dodgers, which boasts a star-studded lineup that features three former MVPs, looked completely lost against a hurler who showed up in MLB all of six weeks ago.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 30, 2025

Granted, Johnson was an anomaly, the only hurler ever to amass more than 200 innings and 300 strikeouts in multiple seasons well into his 30s.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2025

He described him as a "hugely talented footballer and hurler".

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2024

Such consistency is why Castillo is second only to Yankees hurler Gerrit Cole in most sportsbooks’ AL Cy Young Award odds.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 13, 2023

Lyra rode a strong young bear, and Roger rode another, while Iorek paced tirelessly ahead and a squad armed with a fire hurler followed guarding the rear.

From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman