pinch-runner

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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

Their best chance was in the second inning when a pinch runner tried to score from second on a ground ball off the glove of first baseman Trevor Sostman.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2024

Kelenic followed with a bloop single that scored Michael Harris II, but pinch runner Luke Williams was thrown out at the plate by Tyler Freeman.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 27, 2024

The Pirates then had freshman Jason Janesko come on as a pinch runner.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 17, 2024

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

From Washington Times • Sep. 30, 2023