balls

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By rolling his defender and facing the opposition's goal when the game becomes stretched, he has added to his arsenal of assists by playing through balls to Erling Haaland running in behind.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Throughout his career, more than 53% of his batted balls have been on the ground.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

A flood of donations funded free gloves and bats and balls and neighboring leagues partnered with the program to provide field space.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Tatis has already had 28 batted balls recorded at 100 mph or harder that resulted in an out, the most in MLB.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

“It was only a metaphor, I am sure! But why do you ask? Surely you do not put any stock in curses and crystal balls and such, do you?”

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood