runners

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But the inefficiency sent his pitch count past 80 before he exited with runners on first and second in the fifth.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2026

The game plan in a modern Feeney game revolves around strategically placing the elders in the batting lineup to avoid having two quick strikeouts or slow runners on base.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

Under no pressure and with time on the ball, he looked for a direct pass into England's runners - Bellingham, Anthony Gordon or Noni Madueke.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

What we can't live with is if there's gaps in the back line and with runners in behind.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

The snow was too deep and sticky for the sled runners to slide.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam