southpaw

Example Sentences

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The diminutive southpaw came out of retirement last year.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

Some will say players should not be involved, that it’s a management decision high above the pay grade of the average southpaw or slugger.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

A straight left from the champion's southpaw stance landed cleanly and regularly in the third round as the gap in class became increasingly clear.

From BBC • Dec. 19, 2025

Mason Fluharty has been their best southpaw, but has a 6.23 ERA in the playoffs.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 20, 2025

Anyone with two eyes could tell I was sweet on a southpaw pitcher with big dreams.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson