called strike
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Clarke struck him out on four pitches: a called strike, a swinging strike, a ball Clarke purposely launched high into the stands for laughs, then strike three swinging on a cut fastball.
From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026
The milestone came in the sixth inning on his 100th pitch of the night, a 1-and-2 slider to the Chicago White Sox’ Vinny Capra for a called strike.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2025
He started No. 9 hitter Leody Tavares with a called strike but then walked him on four straight fastballs, the first high and the next three outside.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 27, 2023
Miami’s Jorge Soler and manager Skip Schumaker both were ejected in the eighth inning by plate umpire Bill Miller after Soler took called strike three and protested.
From Washington Times • Aug. 10, 2023
Burt never moved a muscle and the umpire called strike.
From The Redheaded Outfield by Grey, Zane
