pinch-hit

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If Scott had thrown a scoreless inning and sent the game into the 10th, Roberts planned to have Ohtani pinch hit for Miguel Rojas, the third batter due up.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

The Mariners did not have a left-handed hitter available on the bench to pinch hit in that situation.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 5, 2024

Thomson has been more cagey of late about Hoskins’ status, though the first baseman would be unable to do anything but pinch hit.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 15, 2023

Toronto third baseman Matt Chapman left in the sixth when Whit Merrifield pinch hit for him.

From Washington Times • Aug. 28, 2023

"Well, put a watch mark on your arm, sailor, and put it there pronto, or you'll be needing an understudy to pinch hit for you."

From Biltmore Oswald The Diary of a Hapless Recruit by Dorgan, Dick