in the seam

Example Sentences

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Then you've got to factor in the seam movement and the slope, batting becomes impossible.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

But on the ensuing possession, Maiava threw into heavy coverage in the seam.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2025

The ever-reliable Scott Boland will replace Cummins in the seam attack alongside quick bowlers Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood.

From Barron's • Nov. 5, 2025

Their report released Wednesday blamed the spike on inconsistencies in the seam height of the baseballs, as well as “changes in player behavior.”

From Washington Times • Dec. 12, 2019

But they were far behind, left in the seam between Peace and Progress, which seemed, even in that moment, to be growing farther away.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman