called strike

Example Sentences

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There was no question about the next pitch, an 87-mph slider for a called strike.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 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

Jansen started him out with a ball, then a called strike, then another ball.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 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