Ninth-inning relievers, often Crossword Clue
7 letters · New York Times · Tuesday, November 29, 2022 · 9-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Tuesday, November 29, 2022.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · November 29, 2022 · 9-Down · 7 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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