Ninth-inning hurler, often Crossword Clue
6 letters · New York Times · Tuesday, July 27, 2010 · 9-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Tuesday, July 27, 2010.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · July 27, 2010 · 9-Down · 6 letters
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(baseball) a relief pitcher who can protect a lead in the last inning or two of the game
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